Serving 17 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, La Pointe Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 24% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
La Pointe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#454 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
La Pointe Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend La Pointe Elementary School?
17 students attend La Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of La Pointe Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Pointe Elementary School?
La Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Pointe Elementary School offer ?
La Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La Pointe Elementary School part of?
La Pointe Elementary School is part of Bayfield School District.
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