Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elvehjem Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elvehjem Elementary serves the east part of Madison, WI, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elvehjem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
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School Overview
Elvehjem Elementary School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
415 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elvehjem Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elvehjem Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#567 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
12%
9%
White
53%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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 Elvehjem Elementary School's ranking?
Elvehjem Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Elvehjem Elementary School often compared to?
Elvehjem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Elementary School, Southside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Elvehjem Elementary School?
415 students attend Elvehjem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Elvehjem Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elvehjem Elementary School?
Elvehjem Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elvehjem Elementary School offer ?
Elvehjem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elvehjem Elementary School part of?
Elvehjem Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
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