Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Hise Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Hise 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
Diversity
School Overview
Van Hise Elementary School's student population of 431 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Hise Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Hise Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#14 out of 1991 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
63%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Hise Elementary School's ranking?
Van Hise Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Van Hise Elementary School often compared to?
Van Hise Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midvale Elementary School, Shorewood Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Van Hise Elementary School?
431 students attend Van Hise Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Van Hise Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Hise Elementary School?
Van Hise Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Hise Elementary School offer ?
Van Hise Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Van Hise Elementary School part of?
Van Hise Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Hise Elementary School located?
Van Hise Elementary School is located in the University Hill Farms neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in University Hill Farms.
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