Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pelican 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 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelican Elementary serves the eastern part of the Rhinelander, WI school district, covering an attendance area of approximately 113.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelican Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pelican Elementary School's student population of 263 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pelican 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 Pelican Elementary School is 0.17, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Pelican Proud
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelican Elementary School's ranking?
Pelican 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 Pelican Elementary School?
263 students attend Pelican Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Pelican Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelican Elementary School?
Pelican Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pelican Elementary School offer ?
Pelican Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Pelican Elementary School part of?
Pelican Elementary School is part of Rhinelander School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I moved to a new school in the middle of the school year last year. I had so many problems with Pelican School in Rhinelander getting the help my daughter needed. My daughter was in every special ed class there was, & still everything was a struggle. Especially in spelling because Rhinelander has a stradegy of the child memorizes the word with no meaning behind it & then they test them. They also diminished my daughter & made her feel less worthy than others. (Mind you this is a child that does not have behavioral issues.) We moved to a school that has a phonics program and same student ratio. Like magic not even a year later my daughter no longer needs any special ed classes & is thriving along with her friends. I would never recommend the Rhinelander School District. I am also s Pre-K teacher so have some teaching background.
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