Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allis Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Allis Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Allis Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allis Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1842 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
31%
14%
Black
36%
9%
White
16%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Welcome toFrank Allis Elementary School
- Home of the Wildcats
- At Frank Allis, our mission is to ensure that everystudent has the knowledge and skills needed for academic achievementand a successful life. We proudly educate a diverse community of over400 students in four-year-old kindergarten through fifth grade. Students learn in small class sizes, with a 11 to 1 studentteacher ratio.
- We are committed to developing and sustaining a school environment which encourages individuality and responsibility, celebrates diversity, fosters a desire to learn and supports every community member todiscover and strengthen their skills, talents and abilities so that each child is prepared to be a productive participant in our changing global society.
- Proud to partner with families
- Parents and families are an important part of our school community. We help you find ways to support your child`s learning at home andinvite you to come to school for monthly evening events, to volunteer in school and connect with your child`s teachers by phone, emailor in person. We believe that family events at school underscore the importance of learning.
- Learning another languageis good for growing brains!
- Frank Allis offers Dual Language Immersion (DLI) in Madison. DLI bringsnative Spanish speakers and native English speakers together in aclassroom where they learn side by side. Classes are taught in both Spanish and English. In a DLI classroom, students develop their first language while learning communication and literacy skills in a second language.
- We strategically integrate technology to support learning
- All of our students have access to their own a computer or tablet, which gives them more choice in how they learn and express ideas, lets students accelerate at their own pace, increases access to information and teaches vital digital literacy skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allis Elementary School's ranking?
Allis Elementary School is ranked #1842 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Allis Elementary School often compared to?
Allis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elvehjem Elementary School, Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Allis Elementary School?
384 students attend Allis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Allis Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allis Elementary School?
Allis Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Allis Elementary School offer ?
Allis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Allis Elementary School part of?
Allis Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
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