Serving 224 students in grades 4-8, Maple Dale School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Maple Dale Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Milwaukee, WI, encompassing approximately 5.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple Dale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maple Dale School's student population of 224 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Maple Dale School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple Dale School is 0.52, 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
#175 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
68%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
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)8.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Maple Dale School's ranking?
Maple Dale School is ranked #175 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Maple Dale School often compared to?
Maple Dale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Maple Dale School?
224 students attend Maple Dale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Maple Dale School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maple Dale School?
Maple Dale School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maple Dale School offer ?
Maple Dale School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maple Dale School part of?
Maple Dale School is part of Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District.
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