Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Elm Lawn Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Elm Lawn Elementary serves the southeast part of Middleton, WI, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm Lawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elm Lawn Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elm Lawn 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 Elm Lawn Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#32 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)18.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Elm Lawn Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Lawn Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Elm Lawn Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Lawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Ridge Elementary School, Sauk Trail Elementary School, Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Elm Lawn Elementary School?
313 students attend Elm Lawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Elm Lawn Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Lawn Elementary School?
Elm Lawn Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elm Lawn Elementary School offer ?
Elm Lawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elm Lawn Elementary School part of?
Elm Lawn Elementary School is part of Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Elm Lawn Elementary School located?
Elm Lawn Elementary School is located in the Stonefield neighborhood of Middleton, WI.
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