Nekoosa Academy

22 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Nekoosa Academy is an alternative educational program located in Nekoosa, Wisconsin, operating under the umbrella of the Nekoosa School District. Designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional learning environment, the academy focuses on providing flexible pathways to graduation. By offering a smaller, more personalized setting, the school aims to support students who require a different approach to academic instruction compared to a conventional high school experience, helping them overcome barriers to success and stay on track for their diplomas.

The program emphasizes a supportive atmosphere where students can engage with curriculum tailored to their individual needs and paces. Located on Cedar Street, Nekoosa Academy works closely with the broader district resources to ensure that students have access to the guidance and tools necessary for both academic achievement and post-secondary preparation. Through its specialized approach, the school plays a vital role in the community by ensuring that all students within the district have equitable opportunities to complete their education and transition successfully into adulthood.

Total Students

1.0

Full-Time Teachers

22.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

77.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Nekoosa Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	19
Hispanic	1
American Indian	2

White
19 (86.4 %)
American Indian
2 (9.1 %)
Hispanic
1 (4.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Nekoosa School District
Phone:	(715)886-8060
Website:	http://nekooosasd.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	22
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	1.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	16
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 11 6

Grade 12 16