Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shapiro Stem 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shapiro Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Shapiro Stem Academy's student population of 206 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Mascot
Whirlwinds
School Rankings
Shapiro Stem Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shapiro Stem Academy is 0.47, 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
#1243 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Whirlwinds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shapiro Stem Academy's ranking?
Shapiro Stem Academy is ranked #1243 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Shapiro Stem Academy often compared to?
Shapiro Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Traeger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Shapiro Stem Academy?
206 students attend Shapiro Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Shapiro Stem Academy students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shapiro Stem Academy?
Shapiro Stem Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shapiro Stem Academy offer ?
Shapiro Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shapiro Stem Academy part of?
Shapiro Stem Academy is part of Oshkosh Area School District.
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