Serving 149 students in grades 3-5, Marquette 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marquette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Marquette Elementary School's student population of 149 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marquette 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 Marquette Elementary School is 0.53, which is more 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
#194 out of 1991 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
14%
9%
White
66%
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
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marquette Elementary School's ranking?
Marquette Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Marquette Elementary School often compared to?
Marquette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lowell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Marquette Elementary School?
149 students attend Marquette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Marquette Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marquette Elementary School?
Marquette Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marquette Elementary School offer ?
Marquette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marquette Elementary School part of?
Marquette Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Marquette Elementary School located?
Marquette Elementary School is located in the Marquette neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Marquette.
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