Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Birnamwood Elementary School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Birnamwood Elementary serves the northern part of Birnamwood, WI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 108.9 square miles. Families can generally expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Birnamwood Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Birnamwood 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 Birnamwood Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#840 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birnamwood Elementary School's ranking?
Birnamwood Elementary School is ranked #840 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Birnamwood Elementary School often compared to?
Birnamwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wittenberg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Birnamwood Elementary School?
359 students attend Birnamwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Birnamwood Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birnamwood Elementary School?
Birnamwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Birnamwood Elementary School offer ?
Birnamwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birnamwood Elementary School part of?
Birnamwood Elementary School is part of Wittenberg-Birnamwood School District.
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