Serving 223 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Mountain 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
Student Attention
School Overview
South Mountain Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
South Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Mountain 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
#175 out of 1991 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
80%
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
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 South Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
South Mountain Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are South Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
South Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stettin Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend South Mountain Elementary School?
223 students attend South Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of South Mountain Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Mountain Elementary School?
South Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Mountain Elementary School offer ?
South Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Mountain Elementary School part of?
South Mountain Elementary School is part of Wausau School District.
In what neighborhood is South Mountain Elementary School located?
South Mountain Elementary School is located in the Rib Mountain neighborhood of Wausau, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Rib Mountain.
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