Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Southwestern Wisconsin 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 60-64% (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 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary serves the entire district of Hazel Green, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 60.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School's student population of 281 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Southwestern Wisconsin 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 Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#333 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School's ranking?
Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School?
281 students attend Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School?
Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School offer ?
Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School part of?
Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School is part of Southwestern Wisconsin School District.
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