Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Gaylord A Nelson Educ Center encompasses the entire school district of Clear Lake, WI, covering approximately 107.7 square miles. This area typically requires a 10-15 minute drive to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center's student population of 266 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Education for Innovators'
School Rankings
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center 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 Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center is 0.17, 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
#833 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center's ranking?
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center is ranked #833 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center often compared to?
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Frederic Elementary School, Luck Elementary School, Unity Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center?
266 students attend Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center?
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center offer ?
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center part of?
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center is part of Clear Lake School District.
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