Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canterbury Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 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 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canterbury 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
Canterbury Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canterbury 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 Canterbury Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#175 out of 1991 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canterbury Elementary School's ranking?
Canterbury Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Canterbury Elementary School often compared to?
Canterbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Park Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School, Edgerton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Canterbury Elementary School?
367 students attend Canterbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Canterbury Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canterbury Elementary School?
Canterbury Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canterbury Elementary School offer ?
Canterbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Canterbury Elementary School part of?
Canterbury Elementary School is part of Greendale School District.
In what neighborhood is Canterbury Elementary School located?
Canterbury Elementary School is located in the Greendale Historic District neighborhood of Greendale, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Greendale Historic District.
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