Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Lien 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lien Elementary serves the entire district of Amery, WI, covering an area of approximately 161.6 square miles, with most residents typically driving 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school. The zone extends up to 12.1 miles from the furthest edge to the school itself.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lien Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lien 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 Lien Elementary School 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
#494 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lien Elementary School's ranking?
Lien Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lien Elementary School often compared to?
Lien Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% 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 Lien Elementary School?
299 students attend Lien Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lien Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lien Elementary School?
Lien Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lien Elementary School offer ?
Lien Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lien Elementary School part of?
Lien Elementary School is part of Amery School District.
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