Serving 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Lakeland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: North Lakeland Elementary serves the entire district of Manitowish Waters, WI, covering an expansive area of approximately 266.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lakeland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Lakeland Elementary School's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Campus Size
80 acres
School Rankings
North Lakeland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lakeland Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#76 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
92%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lakeland Elementary School's ranking?
North Lakeland Elementary School is ranked #76 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are North Lakeland Elementary School often compared to?
North Lakeland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Vitae-woodruff Elementary School, Lakeland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend North Lakeland Elementary School?
158 students attend North Lakeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Lakeland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Lakeland Elementary School?
North Lakeland Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Lakeland Elementary School offer ?
North Lakeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Lakeland Elementary School part of?
North Lakeland Elementary School is part of North Lakeland School District.
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