Serving 97 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Central Oaks Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Oaks Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Central Oaks Academy's student population of 97 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Central Oaks Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Oaks Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1120 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Oaks Academy's ranking?
Central Oaks Academy is ranked #1120 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Central Oaks Academy?
97 students attend Central Oaks Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Central Oaks Academy students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Oaks Academy?
Central Oaks Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Oaks Academy offer ?
Central Oaks Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Central Oaks Academy part of?
Central Oaks Academy is part of Wisconsin Rapids School District.
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