Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Atwater Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 76% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atwater 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
Atwater Elementary School's student population of 479 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
School Motto
Excellence Means More Here
School Mascot
Greyhounds
School Rankings
Atwater Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atwater Elementary School is 0.55, which is more 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
#36 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
12%
9%
White
65%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhounds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atwater Elementary School's ranking?
Atwater Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Atwater Elementary School often compared to?
Atwater Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Bluff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Atwater Elementary School?
479 students attend Atwater Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Atwater Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atwater Elementary School?
Atwater Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Atwater Elementary School offer ?
Atwater Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atwater Elementary School part of?
Atwater Elementary School is part of Shorewood School District.
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