Kettle Moraine Explore

219 N Oak Crest Dr
Wales, WI 53183
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 122 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kettle Moraine Explore ranks in the top 10% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 122 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 10% in WI
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kettle Moraine Explore ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Kettle Moraine Explore's student population of 122 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Kettle Moraine Explore ranks within the top 10% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kettle Moraine Explore is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#122 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)
60-69%
40%
60-69%
38%
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kettle Moraine Explore's ranking?
Kettle Moraine Explore is ranked #122 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Kettle Moraine Explore often compared to?
Kettle Moraine Exploreis often viewed alongside schools like Wales Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Kettle Moraine Explore?
122 students attend Kettle Moraine Explore.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Kettle Moraine Explore students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kettle Moraine Explore?
Kettle Moraine Explore has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kettle Moraine Explore offer ?
Kettle Moraine Explore offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kettle Moraine Explore part of?
Kettle Moraine Explore is part of Kettle Moraine School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 122 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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