Olson Elementary School

801 Redan Dr
Verona, WI 53593
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 452 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 20% in WI
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Olson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

School Overview

Olson Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Olson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olson Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#280 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
55-59%
40%
50-54%
38%
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
12%
9%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Olson Elementary School's ranking?
Olson Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Olson Elementary School?
452 students attend Olson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Olson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olson Elementary School?
Olson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Olson Elementary School offer ?
Olson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Olson Elementary School part of?
Olson Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Olson Elementary School located?
Olson Elementary School is located in the Linden Park neighborhood of Verona, WI.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 452 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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