Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Markesan Primary ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39%
- Attendance Zone: Markesan Primary's attendance zone covers the entire Markesan school district, encompassing an area of approximately 192.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Markesan Primary's student population of 163 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Markesan Primary is 0.26, 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)
(18-19)40-49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WI state average).
How many students attend Markesan Primary?
163 students attend Markesan Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Markesan Primary students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Markesan Primary?
Markesan Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Markesan Primary offer ?
Markesan Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Markesan Primary part of?
Markesan Primary is part of Markesan School District.
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