Serving 147 students in grades 9-12, Tesla Engineering Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tesla Engineering Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tesla Engineering Charter School's student population of 147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Tesla Engineering Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tesla Engineering Charter School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#89 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
84%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Appleton Area School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tesla Engineering Charter School's ranking?
Tesla Engineering Charter School is ranked #89 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Tesla Engineering Charter School often compared to?
Tesla Engineering Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance School, Valley New School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tesla Engineering Charter School?
The graduation rate of Tesla Engineering Charter School is 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Tesla Engineering Charter School?
147 students attend Tesla Engineering Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Tesla Engineering Charter School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tesla Engineering Charter School?
Tesla Engineering Charter School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tesla Engineering Charter School offer ?
Tesla Engineering Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tesla Engineering Charter School part of?
Tesla Engineering Charter School is part of Appleton Area School District.
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