Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Converse 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Converse Elementary serves the west part of Beloit, WI, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Converse Elementary School's student population of 446 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Preparing and Inspiring Every Student to Succeed in Life and Contribute to an Ever-Changing World
School Rankings
Converse 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 Converse Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1653 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
20%
9%
White
39%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Converse Elementary School's ranking?
Converse Elementary School is ranked #1653 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Converse Elementary School?
446 students attend Converse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Converse Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Converse Elementary School?
Converse Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Converse Elementary School offer ?
Converse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Converse Elementary School part of?
Converse Elementary School is part of Beloit School District.
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