Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cataract Elementary School 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cataract Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cataract Elementary School's student population of 61 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cataract Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cataract Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1352 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cataract Elementary School's ranking?
Cataract Elementary School is ranked #1352 out of 1,984 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Cataract Elementary School?
61 students attend Cataract Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cataract Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cataract Elementary School?
Cataract Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cataract Elementary School offer ?
Cataract Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Cataract Elementary School part of?
Cataract Elementary School is part of Sparta Area School District.
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