Appleton Technical Academy, more commonly known as ATECH, is a public charter school with a focus on developing the skills necessary for successful entry into the modern advanced manufacturing workforce.
Serving 68 students in grades 9-12, Appleton Technical Academy 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appleton Technical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Appleton Technical Academy's student population of 68 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
Where High School Meets High-Tech Manufacturing
School Rankings
Appleton Technical Academy 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 Appleton Technical Academy is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1044 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appleton Technical Academy's ranking?
Appleton Technical Academy is ranked #1044 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Appleton Technical Academy often compared to?
Appleton Technical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Technology Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Appleton Technical Academy?
The graduation rate of Appleton Technical Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Appleton Technical Academy?
68 students attend Appleton Technical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Appleton Technical Academy students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appleton Technical Academy?
Appleton Technical Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Appleton Technical Academy offer ?
Appleton Technical Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Appleton Technical Academy part of?
Appleton Technical Academy is part of Appleton Area School District.
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