Fort Atkinson School District
School District · Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,167
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,167
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Evaluating Fort Atkinson School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Fort Atkinson School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Luther Elementary
Fort Atkinson · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Fort Atkinson Middle
Fort Atkinson · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Rockwell Elementary
Fort Atkinson · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Wisconsin rank
#107 of 379
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Wisconsin avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,167
+$2,275 vs Wisconsin median
District size
2,357 students
Much larger than Wisconsin median
The short answer
Fort Atkinson School District ranks #107 of 379 Wisconsin districts by overall school rating. Fort Atkinson School District's schools with real test data average 7.9/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are Luther Elementary (9.1/10), Fort Atkinson Middle (8.6/10), and Rockwell Elementary (8.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Atkinson School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luther Elementary | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Fort Atkinson Middle | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Rockwell Elementary | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Barrie Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Purdy Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Fort Atkinson High | 5.3 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Fort Atkinson School District
Fort Atkinson School District is a Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,357 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.7:1. The district invests $17,167 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.2/10, Fort Atkinson School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Luther Elementary, which has a composite score of 9.1/10.
In standardized testing, Fort Atkinson School District students show an average math proficiency of 55.8% and ELA proficiency of 52.5%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Fort Atkinson School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Fort Atkinson School District with test data.
Schools in Fort Atkinson School District
7 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Wisconsin
- City
- Fort Atkinson
- Total Enrollment
- 2,357
- Teachers (FTE)
- 185
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Fort Atkinson School District?
Fort Atkinson School District has 7 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Fort Atkinson School District?
The average composite rating for Fort Atkinson School District is 7.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Fort Atkinson School District?
Fort Atkinson School District spends $17,167 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Atkinson School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Fort Atkinson School District is 12.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Fort Atkinson School District?
Luther Elementary is the highest-rated school in Fort Atkinson School District with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What are the test scores in Fort Atkinson School District?
Across schools in Fort Atkinson School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 55.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 52.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Fort Atkinson School District compare to other districts in Wisconsin?
Fort Atkinson School District has an average school rating of 7.2/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Wisconsin by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 55.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 52.5%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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