Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Atwater Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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-6
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atwater 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
Atwater Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atwater Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atwater Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#41 out of 1991 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
10%
9%
White
66%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atwater Elementary School's ranking?
Atwater Elementary School is ranked #41 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Atwater Elementary School often compared to?
Atwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Bluff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Atwater Elementary School?
478 students attend Atwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Atwater Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atwater Elementary School?
Atwater Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Atwater Elementary School offer ?
Atwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Atwater Elementary School part of?
Atwater Elementary School is part of Shorewood School District.
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