Webster Elementary School

634 S 12th St
Watertown, WI 53094
(School attendance zone shown in map)
: 
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Webster Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 381 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 10% in WI
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 30%)
  • : Webster Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Watertown, WI, encompassing approximately 167.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Webster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Webster Elementary School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

School Rankings

Webster Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
This School
State Level (WI)
#139 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

65-69%
40%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

55-59%
38%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Asian
1%
4%

Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hispanic
19%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Black
3%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data

White
72%
66%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
5%
6%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
28%
0.45

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

(22-23)
12.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Webster Elementary School's ranking?
Webster Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Webster Elementary School often compared to?
Webster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Douglas Elementary School, Schurz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Webster Elementary School?
381 students attend Webster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Webster Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster Elementary School?
Webster Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Webster Elementary School offer ?
Webster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webster Elementary School part of?
Webster Elementary School is part of Watertown Unified School District.

School Reviews

Review Webster Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 381 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65-69% (Top 10%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 30%)
  • : Webster Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Watertown, WI, encompassing approximately 167.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Quick Links