Leopold Elementary School

2602 Post Rd
Madison, WI 53713
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leopold Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 17% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 623 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Leopold Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Leopold Elementary School's student population of 623 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Together We Can!

School Rankings

Leopold Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leopold Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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)
#1687 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
17%
40%
24%
38%
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
45%
14%
Black
21%
9%
White
24%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leopold Elementary School's ranking?
Leopold Elementary School is ranked #1687 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Leopold Elementary School often compared to?
Leopold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Leopold Elementary School?
623 students attend Leopold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Leopold Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leopold Elementary School?
Leopold Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leopold Elementary School offer ?
Leopold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leopold Elementary School part of?
Leopold Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 623 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 76%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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