Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Elm Lawn Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm Lawn 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
School Overview
Elm Lawn Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elm Lawn 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 Elm Lawn Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#12 out of 1991 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
71%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Lawn Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Lawn Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Elm Lawn Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Lawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Ridge Elementary School, Northside Elementary School, Sauk Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Elm Lawn Elementary School?
336 students attend Elm Lawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Elm Lawn Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm Lawn Elementary School?
Elm Lawn Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elm Lawn Elementary School offer ?
Elm Lawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elm Lawn Elementary School part of?
Elm Lawn Elementary School is part of Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Elm Lawn Elementary School located?
Elm Lawn Elementary School is located in the Stonefield neighborhood of Middleton, WI.
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