Serving 389 students in grades 3-5, Brener 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 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brener Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Shawano, WI, covering approximately 166.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive time of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brener Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Engage, Empower, Educate, Every Student, Every Day, The Hawk Way
School Rankings
Brener 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 Brener Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1014 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
52%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brener Elementary School's ranking?
Brener Elementary School is ranked #1014 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Brener Elementary School often compared to?
Brener Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keshena Primary, Gresham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Brener Elementary School?
389 students attend Brener Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Brener Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brener Elementary School?
Brener Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brener Elementary School offer ?
Brener Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brener Elementary School part of?
Brener Elementary School is part of Shawano School District.
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