Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake View Elementary School's student population of 287 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
Campus Size
3
School Motto
Together, we are Lake View!
School Rankings
Lake View 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 Lake View Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#1739 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
4%
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
20%
9%
White
10%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Lake View Elementary School's ranking?
Lake View Elementary School is ranked #1739 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lake View Elementary School often compared to?
Lake View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lapham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lake View Elementary School?
287 students attend Lake View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Lake View Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake View Elementary School?
Lake View Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake View Elementary School offer ?
Lake View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake View Elementary School part of?
Lake View Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake View Elementary School located?
Lake View Elementary School is located in the Berkeley Oaks neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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