Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shorewood Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shorewood Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Shorewood Hills Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our school will continue to be a supportive and safe learning community of staff, students, and families who value education.
School Rankings
Shorewood Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shorewood Hills Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#9 out of 1962 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
24%
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
47%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Shorewood Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Shorewood Hills Elementary School is ranked #9 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Shorewood Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Shorewood Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Hise Elementary School, Randall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Shorewood Hills Elementary School?
382 students attend Shorewood Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Shorewood Hills Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shorewood Hills Elementary School?
Shorewood Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shorewood Hills Elementary School offer ?
Shorewood Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shorewood Hills Elementary School part of?
Shorewood Hills Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
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