Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marengo Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marengo Valley Elementary serves the southern part of Ashland, WI, covering an area of approximately 57.7 square miles. The average drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marengo Valley Elementary School's student population of 184 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream. Believe. Achieve.
School Rankings
Marengo Valley 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 Marengo Valley Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#913 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
98%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marengo Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Marengo Valley Elementary School is ranked #913 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Marengo Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Marengo Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Superior Elementary School, Ashland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Marengo Valley Elementary School?
184 students attend Marengo Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Marengo Valley Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marengo Valley Elementary School?
Marengo Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marengo Valley Elementary School offer ?
Marengo Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marengo Valley Elementary School part of?
Marengo Valley Elementary School is part of Ashland School District.
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