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Verona Area International School

Public, Charter Grades K-5

83^rd

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 1,039 Wisconsin Elementary Schools

Better than 92% of Wisconsin elementary schools

Summary

Verona Area International School is a small K–5 elementary school with 113 students in Verona, Wisconsin, part of the Verona Area School District. It consistently ranks among the state's top elementary schools — in 2025–2026 it placed 83rd of 1,039 Wisconsin elementary schools (92nd percentile, 5 stars). That is the strongest showing among nearby schools, ahead of New Century School (86th percentile), Core Knowledge Charter School (80th), Olson Elementary School (70th), Sugar Creek Elementary School (64th), Country View Elementary School (50th), and the Madison Metropolitan School District schools compared here. The record spans a decade: the school has finished in the top quartile every year listed, with several top-5% and top-10% finishes, and the latest year is a rebound from a relative dip to 79th percentile in 2024–2025.

Test results shine in reading, science, and social studies. Third and fourth grade English language arts each reached 100% proficiency in 2025–2026, far above district and state averages. Fourth grade science hit 93.33% — the highest among nearby schools, well above Core Knowledge Charter School's 71.74% — and fourth grade social studies matched that at 93.33%. Third grade math was also exceptional at 94.12%. Chronic absenteeism was 7.1% in 2024–2025, less than half the district rate and well below the state's 17.3%.

The main academic watch item is upper-grade math: fourth grade math (60%) and fifth grade math (54.55%) trail the district and nearby New Century School and Core Knowledge Charter School, though both remain above state averages. Per-student spending was $20,462 in 2024–2025, up about 53% since 2021–2022, with a student-teacher ratio of 14.1. With only 113 students, grade-level rates can swing on a handful of children, so single-year changes deserve caution.

113

Students ?

14.1

Student/teacher ratio ?

$20,462

Per pupil spending ?

5.3%

Free/reduced lunch eligible (2024-25) ?

95%

Kindergartners meeting all minimum immunization requirements (2025-26)

400 N Main Street
Verona, WI 53593

(608) 845-4200

District: Verona Area School District

Racial breakdown:

White:

50.4%

Two or more races:

32.7%

Hispanic:

8.0%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 75th percentile in 2016 → 92nd in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Wisconsin average (82% vs 55% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 8% of Wisconsin elementary schools

✓Ranking is trending up — up 17 percentile points since 2016

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school82%

District avg62%

Wisconsin avg55%

83^rd of 1,039

Wisconsin public elementary schools ?

Top 8%▲ up 17 pts since 2016

From top 25% (2016) to top 8% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

1^st of 7Elementary Schools in the Verona Area School District

95^th of 432Verona Area School District among Wisconsin districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Wisconsin percentile	Rating
2026	85.9	83 of 1039	92.0%	★★★★★
2025	75.8	222 of 1044	78.7%	★★★★☆
2024	84.0	102 of 1061	90.4%	★★★★★
2023	90.3	43 of 1067	96.0%	★★★★★
2022	91.6	27 of 1067	97.5%	★★★★★
2021	86.7	87 of 1050	91.7%	★★★★★
2019	81.8	126 of 1037	87.8%	★★★★☆
2018	71.9	246 of 1025	76.0%	★★★★☆
2017	81.6	134 of 1071	87.5%	★★★★☆
2016	70.9	274 of 1075	74.5%	★★★★☆
2015	72.5	242 of 1076	77.5%	★★★★☆
2014	77.1	162 of 1061	84.7%	★★★★☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Wisconsin percentile	Rating
2026	78.1	161 of 986	83.7%	★★★★☆
2025	70.6	284 of 1001	71.6%	★★★★☆
2022	88.4	54 of 1017	94.7%	★★★★★
2021	83.3	109 of 1004	89.1%	★★★★☆
2019	73.3	224 of 1002	77.6%	★★★★☆
2018	72.5	240 of 997	75.9%	★★★★☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Wisconsin percentile	Rating
2026	91.0	19 of 989	98.1%	★★★★★
2022	84.2	97 of 1017	90.5%	★★★★★
2021	83.7	92 of 1003	90.8%	★★★★★
2019	85.5	70 of 1002	93.0%	★★★★★
2018	61.3	384 of 997	61.5%	★★★☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Wisconsin percentile	Rating
2026	63.4	245 of 697	64.8%	★★★☆☆
2025	65.9	240 of 718	66.6%	★★★☆☆
2024	81.7	83 of 727	88.6%	★★★★☆
2023	77.4	108 of 715	84.9%	★★★★☆
2022	83.0	69 of 704	90.2%	★★★★★
2021	76.1	117 of 699	83.3%	★★★★☆
2019	91.2	25 of 718	96.5%	★★★★★

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Male (2026)98th percentile+6 vs school

Female (2026)84th percentile-8 vs school

White (2026)65th percentile-27 vs school

By subject vs Wisconsin (2025-2026) ?

Social Studies93%+28 vs state

Science93%+40 vs state

English Language Arts89%+36 vs state

Mathematics69%+15 vs state

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What people are saying

by a parent
Monday, November 1, 2021

Both of my children attend VAIS. We love the family like feel and the 50/50 immersion with Mandarin Chinese. The school has great test scores, which the high math scores I attribute to the intuitive math curriculum. The teachers care about the student's success. We even had a call from the principle because my daughter's lunch fell on the floor and it made my daughter sad. I feel like the staff and administration are very invested in making my children's experience the best it can be. Close Quote

by a parent
Monday, October 18, 2021

My wife and I were pregnant with our first child and shopping for our first house. We started researching school districts and elementary schools, and decided to move to Verona so we could apply to attend VAIS four years later. It's that good. We have never regretted the gamble. It is such a blessing that Hometown USA is preparing students to be respectful global citizens. Close Quote

by a parent
Saturday, October 16, 2021

My kids grew up in a California then attended a private international school abroad for their first elementary years. When corona hit, we decided to move back to the US and chose to move to Wisconsin specifically because of VAIS. VAIS had the high quality of education, international environment, and bilingual exposure that we were looking for.

We’d never even been to Wisconsin before but got a house in Verona so we could attend this school. It’s now been a year and my kids are VERY happy, excelling both socially and academically. Love the school, the teachers, and the admin. It was definitely a good decision.

Highly recommend Verona Area International School. Close Quote

by a parent
Friday, October 15, 2021

This school has been amazing for us so far. My son is a kindergartner with VAIS, he loves his friends and teachers. Teachers are sincerely care and patient with little kids. Staffs are excellent in communication with parents and programs. The parent support and group of mentor are great resources that are available to help new family settles in school routines and activities. Successful, bright and kind kiddos are going to lead the future, they’ll say that VAIS is one of strong foundation that nurtured that attributes. Close Quote

by a parent
Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Verona Area International School is a fantastic Mandarin immersion charter school that truly focuses on the success of all students. As a parent to a neurodiverse learner, I can say with absolute certainty that this school goes above and beyond to make sure that all little ones shine bright. Challenges are met with determination, team work, empathy, compassion and respect. Our experience thus far has been nothing short of welcoming and genuine. My child comes home from school saying, "Everyone is different and different is awesome!" It is quite apparent that the principal, teachers and staff here have an undeniable passion for teaching and nurturing. We are so excited to see how much our little learner will grow throughout this school year with the love and support of VAIS on her side. Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude! Close Quote

by a parent
Tuesday, October 12, 2021

The small class sizes, attentive teachers, caring staff, and friendly community are just a few of the things that make Verona Area International School (VAIS) an amazing school. The teachers truly care for each student and try to individualize student teaching to the best of their ability. With a class size of 22 students, the teachers and students become very close. It amazing to watch the connections, caring, and love that is found throughout the school. The 5th graders also can become part of the safety patrol that helps younger students who are lost, upset, or having trouble. The school encourages leadership, independence, and caring helping students become strong individuals with great respect and care for the community. Close Quote

by a parent
Tuesday, September 14, 2021

I have two kiddos that attend VAIS. I have been so impressed by the teachers. My kiddos have learned so much! They do half their day in Chinese and half their day in English and have all the extra curricular programs such art, music and PE. I am so glad that we picked VAIS as our school. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				Forward Exam English Language Arts (2026)						Forward Exam Mathematics (2026)						Forward Exam Social Studies (2026)		Forward Exam Science (2026)		Vaccination (2025-26)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/reduced lunch (2024-25)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Forward Exam English Language Arts 3rd Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 4th Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 5th Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 6th Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 7th Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 8th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 3rd Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 4th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 5th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 6th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 7th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 8th Grade	Forward Exam Social Studies 4th Grade	Forward Exam Social Studies 8th Grade	Forward Exam Science 4th Grade	Forward Exam Science 8th Grade	Vaccination: Kindergartners meeting all minimum immunization requirements	Vaccination: Exemption rate	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Verona Area International School	Public, Charter	K-5	400 N Main Street	Verona	53593	Dane County	Verona Area School District	Yes	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 845-4200	113	8	14.1	5.3%	57 (50.4%)	1 (0.9%)	9 (8.0%)	7 (6.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	37 (32.7%)	85.9	83^rd of 1039 public elementary schools	92.0%		75.8	222^nd of 1044 public elementary schools	78.7%	139	100.0	100.0	72.7				94.1	60.0	54.6				93.3		93.3		95%		$20,462	$271	$20,191
New Century School	Public, Charter	K-5	400 N Main Street	Verona	53593	Dane County	Verona Area School District	Yes	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 845-4900	122	8	15.2	6.6%	96 (78.7%)	3 (2.5%)	9 (7.4%)	6 (4.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (6.6%)	80.7	145^th of 1039 public elementary schools	86.0%		85.9	78^th of 1044 public elementary schools	92.5%	67	81.0	58.8	76.2				81.0	76.5	71.4				70.6		64.7		≥ 95%		$21,693	$271	$21,421
Core Knowledge Charter School	Public, Charter	K-8	300 Richard Street	Verona	53593	Dane County	Verona Area School District	Yes	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 845-4130	417	23	18.1	10.6%	319 (76.5%)	16 (3.8%)	28 (6.7%)	35 (8.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	18 (4.3%)	77.1	210^th of 1039 public elementary schools	79.8%		82.4	126^th of 1044 public elementary schools	87.9%	84	51.2	69.6	75.0	71.2	92.3	84.3	46.3	73.9	68.2	75.0	88.5	80.4	93.5	92.2	71.7	80.4	87%		$15,398	$271	$15,127
Sugar Creek Elementary	Public	K-5	740 N Main Street	Verona	53593	Dane County	Verona Area School District	No	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 845-4700	645	52	12.3	29.9%	380 (58.9%)	24 (3.7%)	172 (26.7%)	14 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	55 (8.5%)	65.9	375^th of 1039 public elementary schools	63.9%		63.1	411^th of 1044 public elementary schools	60.6%	36	57.8	61.3	58.9				61.4	68.2	55.4				70.1		61.7		94%		$18,541	$464	$18,076
Country View Elementary	Public	K-5	710 Lone Pine Way	Verona	53593	Dane County	Verona Area School District	No	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 845-4800	382	34	11.3	29.3%	216 (56.5%)	47 (12.3%)	76 (19.9%)	12 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	31 (8.1%)	56	515^th of 1039 public elementary schools	50.4%		62.7	419^th of 1044 public elementary schools	59.9%	96	49.2	62.9	66.7				52.5	50.0	57.9				59.7		51.6		92%		$19,382	$672	$18,710
Glacier Edge Elementary	Public	K-5	800 Kimball Lane	Verona	53593	Dane County	Verona Area School District	No	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 497-2100	462	38	12.0	32.0%	254 (55.0%)	9 (1.9%)	178 (38.5%)	5 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (3.5%)	53.2	555^th of 1039 public elementary schools	46.6%		54.2	540^th of 1044 public elementary schools	48.3%	15	56.8	53.1	54.1				62.2	50.0	53.3				62.2		46.3		95%		$18,700	$521	$18,179
Cesar Chavez Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	3502 Maple Grove Dr	Madison	53719	Dane County	Madison Metropolitan School District	No	No	No	No	(608) 442-2000	631	53	12.0	32.3%	294 (46.6%)	69 (10.9%)	172 (27.3%)	47 (7.4%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	48 (7.6%)	53.1	557^th of 1039 public elementary schools	46.4%		42.7	686^th of 1044 public elementary schools	34.3%	129	54.2	57.0	54.1				51.8	48.1	45.9				65.8		58.2		93%		$17,710	$552	$17,158
Huegel Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	2601 Prairie Rd	Madison	53711	Dane County	Madison Metropolitan School District	No	No	No	Yes	(608) 204-3100	417	39	10.8	37.9%	218 (52.3%)	69 (16.5%)	69 (16.5%)	19 (4.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	41 (9.8%)	51.8	567^th of 1039 public elementary schools	45.4%		46.5	637^th of 1044 public elementary schools	39.0%	70	68.1	59.4	50.0				63.8	51.6	41.2				54.7		50.0		95%		$24,527	$644	$23,883
Olson Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	801 Redan Dr	Verona	53593	Dane County	Madison Metropolitan School District	No	No	No	No	(608) 442-2600	462	42	10.9	23.2%	242 (52.4%)	41 (8.9%)	51 (11.0%)	80 (17.3%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	46 (10.0%)	69.7	316^th of 1039 public elementary schools	69.6%		70.6	304^th of 1044 public elementary schools	70.9%	12	52.6	74.2	54.1				68.4	63.6	54.1				77.3		69.7		91%		$19,142	$623	$18,519
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	6323 Woodington Way	Madison	53711	Dane County	Madison Metropolitan School District	No	No	No	Yes	(608) 204-2180	455	43	10.4	50.8%	157 (34.5%)	84 (18.5%)	140 (30.8%)	25 (5.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	45 (9.9%)	39.7	726^th of 1039 public elementary schools	30.1%		32.5	789^th of 1044 public elementary schools	24.4%	63	40.4	49.3	60.0				42.1	36.6	55.0				49.3		43.7		90%		$21,201	$1,075	$20,126

Frequently Asked Questions about Verona Area International School

How many students attend Verona Area International School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 113 students attended Verona Area International School.

What is the racial makeup of Verona Area International School?

Students at Verona Area International School are 50% White, 33% Two or more races, 8% Hispanic, 6% Asian, 2% Not Specified.

Is Verona Area International School a good school?

Yes. Verona Area International School ranks in the top 8.0% of Wisconsin elementary schools.

What district is Verona Area International School in?

Verona Area School District

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