Serving 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gilman 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gilman Elementary School's student population of 137 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Gilman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilman Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#1131 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
98%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Gilman Elementary School's ranking?
Gilman Elementary School is ranked #1131 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Gilman Elementary School?
137 students attend Gilman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Gilman Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilman Elementary School?
Gilman Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gilman Elementary School offer ?
Gilman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gilman Elementary School part of?
Gilman Elementary School is part of Gilman School District.
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