What types of schools are available in Waukesha, Wisconsin?

Waukesha, Wisconsin offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Waukesha, Wisconsin

Q: How many schools are in Waukesha, Wisconsin?

There are 29 schools in Waukesha, Wisconsin, serving 11,556 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Waukesha?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Waukesha, Wisconsin, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 29 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

11,556

Total Students

Across Waukesha

30.1:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

29 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)11 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)4 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)5 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,167 students at West High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 5:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Bethesda Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

730 S University Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188

S46W23850 Lawnsdale Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189

Waukesha Transition Academy

publichighGrade 12-12

1150 Whiterock Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186

charter schoolelementaryPK-5

301 Hyde Park Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53188

Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12

401 E Roberta Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186

W273S3845 Brookhill Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189

401 E Roberta Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186

1111Maitland Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188

Eachieve Academy - Wisconsin

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12

301 Hyde Park Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53188

Waukesha East Alternative School

publichighGrade 6-12

1150 Whiterock Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186

1150 Whiterock Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186

521 Riverview Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188

publicelementaryPK-PK

1150 Whiterock Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186

Waukesha Academy Of Health Professions

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12

401 E Roberta Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186

733 Linden St, Waukesha, WI 53186

La Casa De Esperanza Charter School

charter schoolmiddlePK-8

410 Arcadian Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186

Meadowbrook Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

3130 Rolling Ridge Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188

1209 Heyer Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186

2200 Davidson Rd, Waukesha, WI 53186

3301 Saylesville Rd, Waukesha, WI 53189

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Waukesha

Waukesha, Wisconsin is home to 29 schools serving over 11,556 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Waukesha, Wisconsin?

There are 29 schools in Waukesha, serving 11,556 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Waukesha?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Waukesha include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Waukesha?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Waukesha is 30.1:1.

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