Serving 734 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ellsworth Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hillcrest Elementary serves the northern part of the Ellsworth, WI school district, encompassing an area of approximately 95.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive time of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges located up to 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellsworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ellsworth Elementary School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ellsworth Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellsworth Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#624 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
88%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellsworth Elementary School's ranking?
Ellsworth Elementary School is ranked #624 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Ellsworth Elementary School often compared to?
Ellsworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Valley Elementary School, Elmwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Ellsworth Elementary School?
734 students attend Ellsworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ellsworth Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellsworth Elementary School?
Ellsworth Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ellsworth Elementary School offer ?
Ellsworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ellsworth Elementary School part of?
Ellsworth Elementary School is part of Ellsworth Community School District.
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