Serving 160 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Three Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Three Lakes Elementary serves the southeast part of its school district in Three Lakes, WI, covering an area of approximately 202.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the nearest edge, extending up to 18 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Three Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Three Lakes Elementary School's student population of 160 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Three Lakes 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 Three Lakes Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#349 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
White
97%
66%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Three Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Three Lakes Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Three Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Three Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Lakes High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Three Lakes Elementary School?
160 students attend Three Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Three Lakes Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Three Lakes Elementary School?
Three Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Three Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Three Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Three Lakes Elementary School part of?
Three Lakes Elementary School is part of Three Lakes School District.
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