Serving 95 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Iron River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Iron River Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Iron River, WI, covering an area of approximately 102.2 square miles. Most families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iron River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Iron River Elementary School's student population of 95 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
95 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Iron River 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 Iron River Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#651 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Iron River Elementary School's ranking?
Iron River Elementary School is ranked #651 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Iron River Elementary School?
95 students attend Iron River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Iron River Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iron River Elementary School?
Iron River Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Iron River Elementary School offer ?
Iron River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Iron River Elementary School part of?
Iron River Elementary School is part of Maple School District.
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