Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Galesville 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 13% 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: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Galesville Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Galesville, WI, covering an area of approximately 58.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galesville Elementary School's student population of 263 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Galesville 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 Galesville Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#944 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
87%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Galesville Elementary School's ranking?
Galesville Elementary School is ranked #944 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Galesville Elementary School?
263 students attend Galesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Galesville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galesville Elementary School?
Galesville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Galesville Elementary School offer ?
Galesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Galesville Elementary School part of?
Galesville Elementary School is part of Galesville-Ettrick-Trempealeau School District.
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