Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Berry 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% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berry 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
Berry Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berry Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berry Elementary School is 0.35, which is less 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
#234 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
80%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berry Elementary School's ranking?
Berry Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 1,991 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Berry Elementary School?
416 students attend Berry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Berry Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berry Elementary School?
Berry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berry Elementary School offer ?
Berry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Berry Elementary School part of?
Berry Elementary School is part of Appleton Area School District.
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