Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Putnam Heights 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Putnam Heights Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Putnam Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Putnam Heights Elementary School is 0.34, which is less 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
#278 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
81%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Putnam Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Putnam Heights Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Putnam Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Putnam Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manz Elementary School, Robbins 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 39% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Putnam Heights Elementary School?
422 students attend Putnam Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Putnam Heights Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Putnam Heights Elementary School?
Putnam Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Putnam Heights Elementary School offer ?
Putnam Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Putnam Heights Elementary School part of?
Putnam Heights Elementary School is part of Eau Claire Area School District.
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