Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Muir 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muir Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Muir Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Muir Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muir Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#785 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
29%
9%
White
31%
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
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Muir Elementary School's ranking?
Muir Elementary School is ranked #785 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Muir Elementary School often compared to?
Muir Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephens 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 39% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Muir Elementary School?
418 students attend Muir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Muir Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muir Elementary School?
Muir Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Muir Elementary School offer ?
Muir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muir Elementary School part of?
Muir Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
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