Below Average
#1783 of 2,105 schools in WI
Wausau Area Virtual Education
School · Wausau School District
PO Box 359, Wausau, WI 54402
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,783 of 2,105
In Wausau
#20 of 20
public schools
In district
#20 of 20
Wausau School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Wausau Area Virtual Education
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About Wausau Area Virtual Education
Wausau Area Virtual Education is a public school in Wausau, WI, part of Wausau School District. Wausau Area Virtual Education serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wausau Area Virtual Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,783 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Wausau Area Virtual Education show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- WI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, Wausau Area Virtual Education is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Wausau Area Virtual Education sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Wausau Area Virtual Education is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Wausau Area Virtual Education — Students at Wausau Area Virtual Education score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Wausau Area Virtual Education Compares
See how Wausau Area Virtual Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 359, Wausau, WI 54402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wausau Area Virtual Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Middle (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wausau, see our Wausau schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary Wausau | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Hawthorn Hills Elementary Wausau | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| John Marshall Elementary Wausau | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Wausau | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Grant Elementary Wausau | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau | 1.4 mi | — |
| G D Jones Elementary Wausau | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| John Muir Middle Wausau | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Horace Mann Middle Wausau | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Wausau Area Montessori Charter School Wausau | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| NEWMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wausau | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| NEWMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Wausau | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Wausau | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| West High Wausau | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| East High Wausau | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Enrich Excel Achieve Learning Academy Wausau | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MONTESSORI Wausau | 2.3 mi | — |
| ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Schofield | 3.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Riverview Elementary Wausau | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WISE Academy Nekoosa, WI | 4.6 |
| Cameron Academy of Virtual Education Cameron, WI | 4.5 |
| Solon Springs School Solon Springs, WI | 4.4 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS ACADEMY Marinette, WI | 4.8 |
| Wauwatosa Virtual Academy Wauwatosa, WI | 4.8 |
| Adeline Montessori School Inc Oconomowoc, WI | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wausau Area Virtual Education
What grades does Wausau Area Virtual Education serve?
Wausau Area Virtual Education serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Wausau Area Virtual Education?
Wausau Area Virtual Education has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wausau Area Virtual Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Wausau Area Virtual Education is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wausau Area Virtual Education rank in WI?
Wausau Area Virtual Education ranks #1,783 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Wausau Area Virtual Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Wausau Area Virtual Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Wausau Area Virtual Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wausau Area Virtual Education has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is Wausau Area Virtual Education a charter school?
Yes, Wausau Area Virtual Education is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Wausau Area Virtual Education a Title I school?
No, Wausau Area Virtual Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wausau Area Virtual Education?
14.3% of students at Wausau Area Virtual Education 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marathon County
- Phone
- (715) 261-0527
Resources & Links
District
Wausau School District- District Enrollment
- 7,783
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,133
- District Rank
- #20 of 20
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