Excellent
#274 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 13% in state
Atwater Elementary
Elementary School · Shorewood School District
2100 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, WI 53211
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#274 of 2,105
In Shorewood
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Shorewood School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Atwater Elementary
Elementary School in Shorewood · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Atwater Elementary
Atwater Elementary is a public elementary school in Shorewood, WI, part of Shorewood School District. Atwater Elementary serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Atwater Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Atwater Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Atwater Elementary — Students at Atwater Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Atwater Elementary Compares
See how Atwater Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2100 E Capitol Dr, Shorewood, WI 53211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Atwater Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Bluff Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Cumberland Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Whitefish Bay), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST ROBERT SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Shorewood, see our Shorewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ROBERT SCHOOL Shorewood | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Shorewood High Shorewood | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| New Horizons for Learning Shorewood | 0.3 mi | — |
| Shorewood Intermediate Shorewood | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Lake Bluff Elementary Shorewood | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Hartford Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| WISCONSIN INSTITUTE FOR TORAH STUDY Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Cumberland Elementary Whitefish Bay | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Gaenslen Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Whitefish Bay | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Riverside High Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Whitefish Bay High Whitefish Bay | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Southeastern Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | — |
| Fratney Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Whitefish Bay Middle Whitefish Bay | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Maryland Montessori Milwaukee | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| King Jr Elementary Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,206
Median Home Value
$413,500
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
34,427
College Educated
74%
Homeownership
40.8%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colfax Elementary Colfax, WI | 8.4 |
| Cushing Elementary Delafield, WI | 8.4 |
| Dodgeville Elementary Dodgeville, WI | 8.4 |
| Kennedy Elementary Janesville, WI | 8.4 |
| Lannon Elementary Lannon, WI | 8.4 |
| Lowell Elementary Madison, WI | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Atwater Elementary
What grades does Atwater Elementary serve?
Atwater Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Atwater Elementary?
Atwater Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Atwater Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Atwater Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Atwater Elementary rank in WI?
Atwater Elementary ranks #274 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Atwater Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Atwater Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Atwater Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Atwater Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Atwater Elementary a charter school?
No, Atwater Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Atwater Elementary a Title I school?
No, Atwater Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Atwater Elementary?
27.1% of students at Atwater Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (414) 963-6962
Resources & Links
District
Shorewood School District- District Enrollment
- 1,927
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,861
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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