Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Arboretum Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). 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 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arboretum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arboretum Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arboretum Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arboretum Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 1991 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arboretum Elementary School's ranking?
Arboretum Elementary School is ranked #100 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Arboretum Elementary School often compared to?
Arboretum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waunakee Prairie Elementary School, Waunakee Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Arboretum Elementary School?
427 students attend Arboretum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Arboretum Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arboretum Elementary School?
Arboretum Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arboretum Elementary School offer ?
Arboretum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arboretum Elementary School part of?
Arboretum Elementary School is part of Waunakee Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Arboretum Elementary School located?
Arboretum Elementary School is located in the Savannah Village neighborhood of Waunakee, WI.
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