Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Valders Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 19:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Valders Elementary serves the entire district of Valders, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 116.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valders Elementary School's student population of 411 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valders Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valders Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#671 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
87%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valders Elementary School's ranking?
Valders Elementary School is ranked #671 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Valders Elementary School often compared to?
Valders Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Elementary School, Reedsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Valders Elementary School?
411 students attend Valders Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Valders Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valders Elementary School?
Valders Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valders Elementary School offer ?
Valders Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valders Elementary School part of?
Valders Elementary School is part of Valders Area School District.
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