Central Wisconsin STEM Academy

Central Wisconsin STEM Academy is a public charter middle school located in Nekoosa, Wisconsin, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 32 students. The school is part of the Nekoosa School District, which is ranked 328 out of 426 districts in Wisconsin and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Central Wisconsin STEM Academy has shown fluctuating academic performance over the years, with its statewide ranking ranging from 94 to 387 out of 594-641 Wisconsin middle schools. The school's performance on the Forward Exam, Wisconsin's standardized assessment, has been mixed compared to the Nekoosa School District and the state average. While the school's 6th-grade ELA and 7th-grade Math proficiency rates were higher in 2024-2025, its 7th-grade ELA and 6th-grade Math proficiency rates were lower. The school has also struggled with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 15.8% to 19.5% in recent years, which is higher than the district and state averages.

The school serves a higher proportion of students from low-income families compared to the district and state, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 31.82% to 56.25% in recent years. This suggests that the school may need to provide additional support and resources to address the unique needs of its student population. Additionally, the school's relatively low per-student spending and fluctuating student-teacher ratio may indicate that it is facing resource and staffing challenges that could be impacting its ability to provide a high-quality education. Nearby schools like Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle, John Edwards Middle, and Alexander Middle may offer different educational experiences and resources for families in the area.