Serving 12 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, La Pointe Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Pointe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
La Pointe Elementary School's student population of 12 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Pointe 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 La Pointe Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#456 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
8%
9%
White
84%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
La Pointe Elementary School is ranked #456 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?
<50% 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 La Pointe Elementary School?
12 students attend La Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of La Pointe Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does La Pointe Elementary School offer ?
La Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is La Pointe Elementary School part of?
La Pointe Elementary School is part of Bayfield School District.
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