Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Zielanis Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than 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 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Zielanis Elementary serves the entire district of Kiel, WI, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 106.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 13.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zielanis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Zielanis Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Zielanis Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zielanis Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#333 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zielanis Elementary School's ranking?
Zielanis Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Zielanis Elementary School?
412 students attend Zielanis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Zielanis Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zielanis Elementary School?
Zielanis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zielanis Elementary School offer ?
Zielanis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zielanis Elementary School part of?
Zielanis Elementary School is part of Kiel Area School District.
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