South High vs Waukesha STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 210 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South High
Waukesha · Public high · Grades 9–12
833 students
Waukesha STEM Academy
Waukesha · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
580 students
| Measure | South High Waukesha, Wisconsin | Waukesha STEM Academy Waukesha, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #358 of 446 | #195 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #12802 of 16,910 | #9827 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 833 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 833 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.2% | 25% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 69% |
| city | Waukesha | Waukesha |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waukesha STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.2 vs 32.4).
- •Waukesha STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (69% vs 22%).
- •Waukesha STEM Academy does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 27%).
- •Waukesha STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25% vs 55.2%).
- •South High does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.8).
- •South High is the larger school with 833 students compared with 580.
- •South High is a public school while Waukesha STEM Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is South High better than Waukesha STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Waukesha STEM Academy ranks higher (72.2 vs 32.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are South High and Waukesha STEM Academy?
About 210 m in a straight line, between Waukesha and Waukesha in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South High: 833. Waukesha STEM Academy: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South High and Waukesha STEM Academy rank in Wisconsin?
South High is 358th of 446 and Waukesha STEM Academy is 195th of 1,069 among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).