Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Peshtigo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peshtigo Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peshtigo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peshtigo Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#995 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peshtigo Elementary School's ranking?
Peshtigo Elementary School is ranked #995 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Peshtigo Elementary School often compared to?
Peshtigo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crivitz Elementary School, Marinette Primary, Marinette Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Peshtigo Elementary School?
562 students attend Peshtigo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Peshtigo Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peshtigo Elementary School?
Peshtigo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peshtigo Elementary School offer ?
Peshtigo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peshtigo Elementary School part of?
Peshtigo Elementary School is part of Peshtigo School District.
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