WAUNAKEE PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Waunakee Prairie Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Waunakee Community School District school district, located in Waunakee, WI with about 589 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 44 teachers, Waunakee Prairie Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Waunakee Prairie Elementary, located at 700 N Madison St in Waunakee, Wisconsin, is a key component of the Waunakee Community School District. The school serves the local community by providing a structured educational environment tailored to elementary-aged students. As part of a district known for its commitment to academic excellence and student development, Prairie Elementary focuses on fostering a strong foundation in core subjects while promoting social-emotional growth and community engagement.

The school is characterized by its dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for its students. Through its integration with the broader Waunakee district, Prairie Elementary benefits from standardized curriculum goals, modern educational resources, and a focus on preparing students for their future academic transitions. For families seeking more specific information regarding school programs, extracurricular activities, or district policies, the school’s official website at http://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us serves as a comprehensive resource for updates, parent communication, and school-wide announcements.

For more information, contact Waunakee Prairie Elementary at (608) 849-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

700 N Madison St
Waunakee, WI 53597-1054
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WAUNAKEE PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Waunakee, WI with about 589 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
589
Teachers:
44.7
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 589 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WAUNAKEE PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
87.1%
Hispanic/Latino
4.6%
Two or more races
4.2%
Asian
2.7%
Black or African American
1.4%

Female
52.5%
Male
47.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.