Serving 240 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Maine Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Maine Elementary School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maine 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 Maine Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#720 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
80%
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
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maine Elementary School's ranking?
Maine Elementary School is ranked #720 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Maine Elementary School?
240 students attend Maine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Maine Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maine Elementary School?
Maine Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maine Elementary School offer ?
Maine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Maine Elementary School part of?
Maine Elementary School is part of Wausau School District.
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