Serving 555 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Altoona Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pedersen Elementary serves the entire district of Altoona, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 14.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The school is centrally located within the zone, which extends up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altoona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Altoona Elementary School's student population of 555 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Altoona Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altoona Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#765 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altoona Elementary School's ranking?
Altoona Elementary School is ranked #765 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Altoona Elementary School often compared to?
Altoona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Augusta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Altoona Elementary School?
555 students attend Altoona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Altoona Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altoona Elementary School?
Altoona Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altoona Elementary School offer ?
Altoona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Altoona Elementary School part of?
Altoona Elementary School is part of Altoona School District.
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