Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dixon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dixon Elementary serves the northeast part of Brookfield, WI, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dixon Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Dixon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixon Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#87 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
77%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixon Elementary School's ranking?
Dixon Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Dixon Elementary School often compared to?
Dixon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield Elementary School, Burleigh Elementary School, Swanson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Dixon Elementary School?
658 students attend Dixon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dixon Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixon Elementary School?
Dixon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dixon Elementary School offer ?
Dixon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dixon Elementary School part of?
Dixon Elementary School is part of Elmbrook School District.
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