Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ladysmith Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ladysmith Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Ladysmith, WI, covering an area of approximately 113.5 square miles. Most families can expect to drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ladysmith Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#969 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
88%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
4%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ladysmith Elementary School's ranking?
Ladysmith Elementary School is ranked #969 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Ladysmith Elementary School often compared to?
Ladysmith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flambeau Elementary School, Bruce Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Ladysmith Elementary School?
328 students attend Ladysmith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ladysmith Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ladysmith Elementary School?
Ladysmith Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ladysmith Elementary School offer ?
Ladysmith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ladysmith Elementary School part of?
Ladysmith Elementary School is part of Ladysmith School District.
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