Serving 593 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ferber Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferber Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ferber Elementary School's student population of 593 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Every day our students will learn, grow, and help others.
School Rankings
Ferber 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 Ferber Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#477 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
69%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferber Elementary School's ranking?
Ferber Elementary School is ranked #477 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Ferber Elementary School often compared to?
Ferber Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Classical School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Ferber Elementary School?
593 students attend Ferber Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ferber Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferber Elementary School?
Ferber Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ferber Elementary School offer ?
Ferber Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ferber Elementary School part of?
Ferber Elementary School is part of Appleton Area School District.
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