Serving 114 students in grades 5-6, Waterloo Intermediate 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 35-39% (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 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterloo Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waterloo Intermediate's student population of 114 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterloo Intermediate 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 Waterloo Intermediate is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1141 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
61%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Waterloo School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterloo Intermediate's ranking?
Waterloo Intermediate is ranked #1141 out of 1,962 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?
35-39% 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 Waterloo Intermediate?
114 students attend Waterloo Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Waterloo Intermediate students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterloo Intermediate?
Waterloo Intermediate has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waterloo Intermediate offer ?
Waterloo Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waterloo Intermediate part of?
Waterloo Intermediate is part of Waterloo School District.
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