Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 71% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary serves the west part of Mequon, WI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 24.4 square miles. Most families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 558 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilson Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#87 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oriole Lane Elementary School, Donges Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
558 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wilson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Mequon-Thiensville School District.
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