Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Houdini Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houdini Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Houdini Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houdini 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 Houdini Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#393 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houdini Elementary School's ranking?
Houdini Elementary School is ranked #393 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Houdini Elementary School?
560 students attend Houdini Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Houdini Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houdini Elementary School?
Houdini Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Houdini Elementary School offer ?
Houdini Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Houdini Elementary School part of?
Houdini Elementary School is part of Appleton Area School District.
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