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Decorah Elementary School

1225 Sylvan Way
West Bend, WI 53095
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Decorah Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 367 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20% in WI
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Decorah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Decorah Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Decorah Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decorah Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
This School
State Level (WI)
#349 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
50-54%
40%
50-54%
38%
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
7%
9%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.45
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Decorah Elementary School's ranking?
Decorah Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Decorah Elementary School often compared to?
Decorah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mclane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Decorah Elementary School?
367 students attend Decorah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Decorah Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Decorah Elementary School?
Decorah Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Decorah Elementary School offer ?
Decorah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Decorah Elementary School part of?
Decorah Elementary School is part of West Bend School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 367 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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