Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rockwell 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 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockwell Elementary serves the northeast part of Fort Atkinson, WI, covering an area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rockwell Elementary School's student population of 197 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rockwell 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 Rockwell Elementary School is 0.45, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
21%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
71%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunners
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockwell Elementary School's ranking?
Rockwell 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 Rockwell Elementary School often compared to?
Rockwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrie Elementary School, Fort Atkinson 4k 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 Rockwell Elementary School?
197 students attend Rockwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rockwell Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockwell Elementary School?
Rockwell Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rockwell Elementary School offer ?
Rockwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rockwell Elementary School part of?
Rockwell Elementary School is part of Fort Atkinson School District.
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