Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Macarthur 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 58% (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 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macarthur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Macarthur Elementary School's student population of 484 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macarthur 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 Macarthur Elementary School is 0.53, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1991 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
9%
9%
White
67%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur Elementary School's ranking?
Macarthur Elementary School is ranked #322 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Macarthur Elementary School often compared to?
Macarthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like County Line Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% 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 Macarthur Elementary School?
484 students attend Macarthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Macarthur Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macarthur Elementary School?
Macarthur Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Macarthur Elementary School offer ?
Macarthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Macarthur Elementary School part of?
Macarthur Elementary School is part of Germantown School District.
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