Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elm Dale Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm Dale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elm Dale Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Elm Dale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Dale Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#667 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
51%
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
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Dale Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Dale Elementary School is ranked #667 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Elm Dale Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Dale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Elm Dale Elementary School?
465 students attend Elm Dale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Elm Dale Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Dale Elementary School?
Elm Dale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elm Dale Elementary School offer ?
Elm Dale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elm Dale Elementary School part of?
Elm Dale Elementary School is part of Greenfield School District.
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