Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pertzsch 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pertzsch Elementary serves the west part of the Onalaska, WI school district, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pertzsch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pertzsch Elementary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Motto
Working together to ensure high levels of learning for all
School Rankings
Pertzsch 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 Pertzsch Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#376 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)7.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pertzsch Elementary School's ranking?
Pertzsch Elementary School is ranked #376 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Pertzsch Elementary School often compared to?
Pertzsch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Hills Elementary School, Eagle Bluff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Pertzsch Elementary School?
373 students attend Pertzsch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pertzsch Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pertzsch Elementary School?
Pertzsch Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pertzsch Elementary School offer ?
Pertzsch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pertzsch Elementary School part of?
Pertzsch Elementary School is part of Onalaska School District.
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