Waukesha Transition Academy serves 32 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in WI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waukesha Transition Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Waukesha Transition Academy's student population of 32 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
To develop in our students the capacity and skills to be community, college, and career ready.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waukesha Transition Academy is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
16%
9%
White
59%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 schools are Waukesha Transition Academy often compared to?
Waukesha Transition Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview South, Lakeland School by visitors of our site.
What is the graduation rate of Waukesha Transition Academy?
The graduation rate of Waukesha Transition Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 86%.
How many students attend Waukesha Transition Academy?
32 students attend Waukesha Transition Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Waukesha Transition Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waukesha Transition Academy?
Waukesha Transition Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waukesha Transition Academy offer ?
Waukesha Transition Academy offers enrollment in grades 12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waukesha Transition Academy part of?
Waukesha Transition Academy is part of Waukesha School District.
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