Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Turtle Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtle Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Turtle Lake Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turtle Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turtle Lake Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#720 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
82%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Turtle Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Turtle Lake Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Turtle Lake Elementary School?
214 students attend Turtle Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Turtle Lake Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turtle Lake Elementary School?
Turtle Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Turtle Lake Elementary School offer ?
Turtle Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Turtle Lake Elementary School part of?
Turtle Lake Elementary School is part of Turtle Lake School District.
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