Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Marinette Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marinette Primary's student population of 390 students has grown by 146% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marinette Primary is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
81%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Marinette Primary often compared to?
Marinette Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Coleman Elementary School, Marinette Intermediate, Peshtigo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Marinette Primary?
390 students attend Marinette Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Marinette Primary students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marinette Primary?
Marinette Primary has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marinette Primary offer ?
Marinette Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marinette Primary part of?
Marinette Primary is part of Marinette School District.
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