Serving 238 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Luther Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Luther Elementary serves the southwest part of Fort Atkinson, WI, covering an area of approximately 18.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luther Elementary School's student population of 238 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivate an inclusive high-performing culture of growth and community
School Rankings
Luther 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 Luther Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#712 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther Elementary School's ranking?
Luther Elementary School is ranked #712 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Luther Elementary School often compared to?
Luther Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purdy Elementary School, Barrie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Luther Elementary School?
238 students attend Luther Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Luther Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luther Elementary School?
Luther Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Luther Elementary School offer ?
Luther Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Luther Elementary School part of?
Luther Elementary School is part of Fort Atkinson School District.
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