Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gillett Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (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 21% 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: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gillett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gillett Elementary School's student population of 250 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gillett Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gillett Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#489 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
79%
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
51%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gillett Elementary School's ranking?
Gillett Elementary School is ranked #489 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Gillett Elementary School?
250 students attend Gillett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gillett Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gillett Elementary School?
Gillett Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gillett Elementary School offer ?
Gillett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gillett Elementary School part of?
Gillett Elementary School is part of Gillett School District.
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