Serving 39 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Washington Island Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Island Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Island Elementary School's student population of 39 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Island Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Island Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#626 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
95%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (14-15)
6%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
59%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Island Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Island Elementary School is ranked #626 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Washington Island Elementary School?
39 students attend Washington Island Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Washington Island Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Island Elementary School?
Washington Island Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Island Elementary School offer ?
Washington Island Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Island Elementary School part of?
Washington Island Elementary School is part of Washington Island School District.
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