Serving 84 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lewiston Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewiston Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Portage, WI school district, covering approximately 215.2 square miles. Families typically can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 8.2 miles and the furthest edge located 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewiston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewiston Elementary School's student population of 84 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Lewiston Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewiston Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#509 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
93%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewiston Elementary School's ranking?
Lewiston Elementary School is ranked #509 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lewiston Elementary School?
84 students attend Lewiston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lewiston Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewiston Elementary School?
Lewiston Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewiston Elementary School offer ?
Lewiston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewiston Elementary School part of?
Lewiston Elementary School is part of Portage Community School District.
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