What grades does Waunakee Prairie Elementary serve?

Waunakee Prairie Elementary is a Primary school serving students in Waunakee, WI. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Waunakee Prairie Elementary located?

Waunakee Prairie Elementary is located at Waunakee, WI in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waunakee Prairie Elementary?

Waunakee Prairie Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What schools are in Waunakee, WI?

Waunakee, WI is served by the local school district. Waunakee Prairie Elementary is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Waunakee Prairie Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

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Waunakee, WI 53597

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Fri

No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff Development

Oct

Thu

No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff Development

Oct

Fri

No School - Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

No School - Fall Break

Nov

Mon

No School - Staff DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No School - Staff Development

Nov

Wed

No School - Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

No School - Winter Break

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School Profile

Grades

PK–4

Enrollment

524

Student:Teacher

12.2:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Waunakee Community School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

5.7%

Phone

(608)849-2200

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

60-64%

Chronic Absenteeism

5.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

56 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.4:1

Near average in WI

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

530

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

46.5

98% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.050000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,152

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,640

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,160

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 6%State 36%Local 58%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$433,739

+3.0% 1yr+36.9% 5yr

Madison, WI metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.5%

Below 150% poverty line

2.3%

Unemployment rate

3.7%

Uninsured residents

4.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

444

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

410

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

78%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

130 (32%)

Speech/Language Impairment

100 (24%)

Autism

66 (16%)

Specific Learning Disability

59 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

15 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

14 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

531

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Sep 25, 2026

No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff Development

Staff Day

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff Development

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

No School - Fall Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Waunakee Community School District. Waunakee Prairie Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	First Day of School - Students ReportDistrict-wide First Day of School - Students Report	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No School - Labor Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff DevelopmentDistrict-wide No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff Development	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff DevelopmentDistrict-wide No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff Development	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	No School - Fall BreakDistrict-wide No School - Fall Break	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	No School - Staff DevelopmentDistrict-wide No School - Staff Development	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide No School	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide No School - Winter Break	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Jr. DayDistrict-wide No School - MLK Jr. Day	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 29, 2027	No School - Staff DevelopmentDistrict-wide No School - Staff Development	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	No School - Staff DevelopmentDistrict-wide No School - Staff Development	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide No School - Spring Break	Break	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff DevelopmentDistrict-wide No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff Development	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff DevelopmentDistrict-wide No School (4K-6), Virtual Day (7-12), Staff Development	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide No School - Memorial Day	Holiday	—
Sun, Jun 6, 2027	High School GraduationDistrict-wide High School Graduation	Event	—
Tue, Jun 8, 2027	4K Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide 4K Last Day of School	Event	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Last Day of School, Third Trimester Ends (K-6), Second Semester Ends (7-12)	Event	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waunakee Prairie Elementary

Waunakee Prairie Elementary has a total enrollment of 524 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Waunakee, WI.