Serving 184 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Banta Bilingual Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Banta School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Menasha school district, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Banta Bilingual Elementary School's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Banta Bilingual Elementary School 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 Banta Bilingual Elementary School is 0.38, 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)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
76%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
21%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banta Bilingual Elementary School's ranking?
Banta Bilingual Elementary School is ranked #1044 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Banta Bilingual Elementary School?
184 students attend Banta Bilingual Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Banta Bilingual Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banta Bilingual Elementary School?
Banta Bilingual Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Banta Bilingual Elementary School offer ?
Banta Bilingual Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Banta Bilingual Elementary School part of?
Banta Bilingual Elementary School is part of Menasha Joint School District.
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