Serving 436 students in grades 2-5, Red Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 34% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Third Street Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Black River Falls school district, covering approximately 457.8 square miles. It typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 21.7 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Creek Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Creek 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 Red Creek Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1372 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
18%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Red Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Red Creek Elementary School is ranked #1372 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Red Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Red Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Melrose-mindoro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Red Creek Elementary School?
436 students attend Red Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Red Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Creek Elementary School?
Red Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Creek Elementary School offer ?
Red Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Creek Elementary School part of?
Red Creek Elementary School is part of Black River Falls School District.
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