Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Viroqua Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Viroqua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Viroqua Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Viroqua Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Viroqua Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#502 out of 1984 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
13%
Black
1%
9%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Viroqua Elementary School's ranking?
Viroqua Elementary School is ranked #502 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Viroqua Elementary School often compared to?
Viroqua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Viroqua Elementary School?
332 students attend Viroqua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Viroqua Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Viroqua Elementary School?
Viroqua Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Viroqua Elementary School offer ?
Viroqua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Viroqua Elementary School part of?
Viroqua Elementary School is part of Viroqua Area School District.
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