Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Park Falls Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Park Falls Elementary School's student population of 290 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Motto
Empowering students for their future success.
School Rankings
Park Falls Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Falls Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1085 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
11%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Park Falls Elementary School is ranked #1085 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Park Falls Elementary School?
290 students attend Park Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Park Falls Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Falls Elementary School?
Park Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Falls Elementary School offer ?
Park Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Park Falls Elementary School part of?
Park Falls Elementary School is part of Chequamegon School District.
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