Serving 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prairie Farm Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower 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 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Farm Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Prairie Farm, WI, encompassing approximately 89.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Farm Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Farm Elementary School's student population of 125 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to partner with families and the community to provide educational experiences which foster academic excellence, lifelong learning, and citizenship.
School Rankings
Prairie Farm 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 Prairie Farm Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#751 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
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)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
White
99%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Farm Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Farm Elementary School is ranked #751 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Prairie Farm Elementary School?
125 students attend Prairie Farm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Prairie Farm Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Farm Elementary School?
Prairie Farm Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prairie Farm Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Farm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Farm Elementary School part of?
Prairie Farm Elementary School is part of Prairie Farm Public School District.
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