SHAPIRO STEM ACADEMY

Shapiro STEM Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Oshkosh Area School District school district, located in Oshkosh, WI with about 271 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Shapiro STEM Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Shapiro STEM Academy, located in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is a specialized elementary school within the Oshkosh Area School District that focuses on an integrated curriculum centered around Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The school is designed to foster a project-based learning environment where students engage in hands-on exploration and critical thinking. By emphasizing inquiry-based instruction, Shapiro aims to equip students with the problem-solving skills and technical literacy necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.

The academy places a high value on collaborative learning and the development of 21st-century skills such as innovation and digital fluency. Beyond the core STEM subjects, the school maintains a strong commitment to academic excellence and student well-being, encouraging children to take ownership of their learning through real-world applications and creative design challenges. As part of the Oshkosh public school system, Shapiro STEM Academy serves as an educational hub for families seeking a focused, technology-enriched approach to elementary education.

For more information, contact Shapiro STEM Academy at (920) 424-0164 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.