Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Great Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Lakes Elementary serves the northern part of Superior, WI, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Great Lakes Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Great Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Lakes Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#376 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
81%
66%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Great Lakes Elementary School is ranked #376 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Great Lakes Elementary School?
348 students attend Great Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Great Lakes Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Lakes Elementary School?
Great Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Great Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Great Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Lakes Elementary School part of?
Great Lakes Elementary School is part of Superior School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Lakes Elementary School located?
Great Lakes Elementary School is located in the East End neighborhood of Superior, WI.
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