Serving 778 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denmark Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Denmark Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Denmark, WI, covering approximately 141.7 square miles. The area typically requires a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denmark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Denmark Elementary School's student population of 778 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denmark Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denmark Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#372 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denmark Elementary School's ranking?
Denmark Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Denmark Elementary School?
778 students attend Denmark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Denmark Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denmark Elementary School?
Denmark Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Denmark Elementary School offer ?
Denmark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denmark Elementary School part of?
Denmark Elementary School is part of Denmark School District.
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