Waunakee High

www.waunakee.k12.wi.us

1,327 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Waunakee High School, located in Waunakee, Wisconsin, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Waunakee Community School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and a robust extracurricular program, the school provides a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus is modern and well-equipped, fostering an environment that emphasizes student engagement, technological integration, and a supportive community atmosphere.

Beyond its academic offerings, Waunakee High School is widely recognized for its vibrant school spirit and competitive athletic programs. The school prides itself on maintaining high standards in student performance and citizenship, often ranking as one of the top-performing districts in the state. By balancing rigorous coursework with a wide array of arts, athletics, and student organizations, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their community.

1,327

Total Students

99.2

Full-Time Teachers

13.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

9.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Waunakee High
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,137
Hispanic	96
Black	15
Asian	31
Two or More	41

White
1,137 (86.1 %)
Hispanic
96 (7.3 %)
Two or More
41 (3.1 %)
Asian
31 (2.3 %)
Black
15 (1.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Waunakee Community School District
Phone:	(608)849-2100
Website:	http://www.waunakee.k12.wi.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,327
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	99.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.4
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	110
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	11

* 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 9 310

Grade 10 318

Grade 11 348

Grade 12 351