Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pleasant Prairie Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Prairie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pleasant Prairie Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
Let the Spark of Learning Glow
School Rankings
Pleasant Prairie Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Prairie Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
7%
9%
White
61%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pleasant Prairie Elementary School's ranking?
Pleasant Prairie Elementary School is ranked #827 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Pleasant Prairie Elementary School often compared to?
Pleasant Prairie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nash Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Prairie Elementary School?
486 students attend Pleasant Prairie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pleasant Prairie Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pleasant Prairie Elementary School?
Pleasant Prairie Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Prairie Elementary School offer ?
Pleasant Prairie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pleasant Prairie Elementary School part of?
Pleasant Prairie Elementary School is part of Kenosha School District.
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