Waukesha East Alternative School

School Overview
Waukesha East Alternative School, located at 1150 Whiterock Avenue in Waukesha, Wisconsin, functions as a specialized educational environment within the School District of Waukesha. Designed to serve students who may benefit from a more personalized or non-traditional approach to learning, the school focuses on providing academic pathways that differ from the comprehensive high school experience. By offering smaller class sizes and tailored support systems, the institution aims to help students overcome barriers to success, re-engage with their education, and progress toward graduation in an environment better suited to their individual needs.

The school emphasizes a supportive culture that prioritizes student growth, personal accountability, and the development of essential life and academic skills. By integrating core curriculum requirements with targeted social-emotional and academic interventions, Waukesha East Alternative School provides an inclusive space where students can regain academic momentum. Through its connection to the broader Waukesha school system, the program strives to ensure that every student has access to the resources necessary to earn their diploma and prepare for future career or post-secondary opportunities.
74
Total Students
12.5
Full-Time Teachers
5.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Waukesha East Alternative School
Demographic Student Count
White25
Hispanic33
Black13
Two or More3
  • Hispanic
    33 (44.6 %)
  • White
    25 (33.8 %)
  • Black
    13 (17.6 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (4.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Waukesha School District
Phone: (262)970-4355
Website: http://www.waukesha.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 74
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 12.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 57
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Grade 8 2
Grade 9 2
Grade 10 6
Grade 11 22
Grade 12 42

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Waukesha East Alternative School
Grade Student Count
Grade 82
Grade 92
Grade 106
Grade 1122
Grade 1242
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Waukesha East Alternative School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female3750%
Male3750%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)