Serving 137 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 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kettle Moraine Explore's student population of 137 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
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 0.15, 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
#122 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
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?
137 students attend Kettle Moraine Explore.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Kettle Moraine Explore students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kettle Moraine Explore?
Kettle Moraine Explore has a student ration of 17:1, 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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