Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Al Behrman Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Al Behrman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Al Behrman Elementary School's student population of 282 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Al Behrman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Al Behrman Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1186 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Al Behrman Elementary School's ranking?
Al Behrman Elementary School is ranked #1186 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Al Behrman Elementary School often compared to?
Al Behrman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, Willson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Al Behrman Elementary School?
282 students attend Al Behrman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Al Behrman Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Al Behrman Elementary School?
Al Behrman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Al Behrman Elementary School offer ?
Al Behrman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Al Behrman Elementary School part of?
Al Behrman Elementary School is part of Baraboo School District.
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