Needs Improvement
#2007 of 2,105 schools in WI
Waupun Area Junior High
Middle School · Waupun School District
801 E Lincoln St, Waupun, WI 53963
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.6
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#2,007 of 2,105
In Waupun
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Waupun School District
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Waupun Area Junior High
Middle School in Waupun · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Waupun Area Senior High
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Waupun Correctional Institution
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About Waupun Area Junior High
Waupun Area Junior High is a public middle school in Waupun, WI, part of Waupun School District. Waupun Area Junior High serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Waupun Area Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,007 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Waupun Area Junior High show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Waupun Area Junior High — Students at Waupun Area Junior High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Waupun Area Junior High Compares
See how Waupun Area Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
801 E Lincoln St, Waupun, WI 53963
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waupun Area Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oakfield Middle (rated 9.6/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Oakfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rosendale-Brandon Middle (rated 5.9/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Rosendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waupun, see our Waupun schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waupun Area Senior High Waupun | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Waupun Correctional Institution Waupun | 0.5 mi | — |
| Rock River Intermediate Waupun | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Meadow View Primary Waupun | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Brandon Elementary Brandon | 8.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Prairie View Elementary Beaver Dam | 11.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Rosendale-Brandon Middle Rosendale | 12.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Rosendale Intermediate Rosendale | 12.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ST LUKE'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oakfield | 9.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Laconia High Rosendale | 12.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Rosendale Primary Rosendale | 12.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Oakfield Elementary Oakfield | 9.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Oakfield High Oakfield | 9.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Oakfield Middle Oakfield | 9.9 mi | 9.6 |
| BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam | 12.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Beaver Dam High Beaver Dam | 12.4 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fox Lake | 10.0 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Beaver Dam | 12.4 mi | 8.5 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake | 10.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Horicon | 12.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53963 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,945
Median Home Value
$182,900
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
13,927
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
38.5
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| Washington Middle Kenosha, WI | 3.6 |
| Menominee Indian Middle Neopit, WI | 3.7 |
| Audubon Technology and Communication Middle Milwaukee, WI | 3.4 |
| Ashland Middle Ashland, WI | 3.9 |
| AUGUSTA AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS Augusta, WI | 3.0 |
| Black Hawk Middle Madison, WI | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waupun Area Junior High
What grades does Waupun Area Junior High serve?
Waupun Area Junior High serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Waupun Area Junior High?
Waupun Area Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waupun Area Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at Waupun Area Junior High is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waupun Area Junior High rank in WI?
Waupun Area Junior High ranks #2,007 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Waupun Area Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
Waupun Area Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Waupun Area Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waupun Area Junior High has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Waupun Area Junior High a charter school?
No, Waupun Area Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waupun Area Junior High a Title I school?
No, Waupun Area Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waupun Area Junior High?
39.1% of students at Waupun Area Junior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dodge County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.9%
- Phone
- (920) 324-5591
Resources & Links
District
Waupun School District- District Enrollment
- 1,890
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,216
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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