Serving 285 students in grades 1-2, Cottage Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cottage Grove Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cottage Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottage Grove Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#687 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
80%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottage Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Cottage Grove Elementary School is ranked #687 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Cottage Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Cottage Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Cottage Grove Elementary School?
285 students attend Cottage Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cottage Grove Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cottage Grove Elementary School?
Cottage Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cottage Grove Elementary School offer ?
Cottage Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottage Grove Elementary School part of?
Cottage Grove Elementary School is part of Monona Grove School District.
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