Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heyer 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 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heyer Elementary serves the southeast part of Waukesha, WI, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.9 miles, extending up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heyer Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 16% 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
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Heyer 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 Heyer Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#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)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
53%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
38%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Heyer Elementary School's ranking?
Heyer Elementary School is ranked #944 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Heyer Elementary School often compared to?
Heyer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poplar Creek 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Heyer Elementary School?
328 students attend Heyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Heyer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heyer Elementary School?
Heyer Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heyer Elementary School offer ?
Heyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heyer Elementary School part of?
Heyer Elementary School is part of Waukesha School District.
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