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#1281 of 2,105 schools in WI
Baird Elementary
Elementary School · Green Bay Area Public School District
539 Laverne Dr, Green Bay, WI 54311
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,281 of 2,105
In Green Bay
#26 of 57
public schools
In district
#15 of 42
Green Bay Area Public School District
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Baird Elementary
Baird Elementary is a public elementary school in Green Bay, WI, part of Green Bay Area Public School District. Baird Elementary serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Baird Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,281 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Baird Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Baird Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Baird Elementary — Students at Baird Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.6/10.
How Baird Elementary Compares
See how Baird Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
539 Laverne Dr, Green Bay, WI 54311
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baird Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McAuliffe Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Red Smith K-8 (rated 6.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Green Bay, see our Green Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brown County Institute of Learning Green Bay | 0.8 mi | — |
| Edison Middle Green Bay | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| ROYAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY Green Bay | 1.7 mi | — |
| Preble High Green Bay | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Danz Elementary Green Bay | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Martin Elementary Green Bay | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTHEASTERN WISCONSIN LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Green Bay | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Wilder Elementary Green Bay | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| ST BERNARD GRADE SCHOOL-GRACE Green Bay | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Red Smith K-8 Green Bay | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| McAuliffe Elementary Green Bay | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDUCATION, INC. Green Bay | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Eisenhower Elementary Green Bay | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Sullivan Elementary Green Bay | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| East High Green Bay | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Nicolet Elementary Green Bay | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| HOLY CROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Green Bay | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Washington Middle Green Bay | 3.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Green Bay Head Start Green Bay | 3.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Bay View Green Bay | 3.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,178
Median Home Value
$272,400
Median Rent
$1,063/mo
Population
37,588
College Educated
33.3%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Glenwood Elementary Greenfield, WI | 5.9 |
| Plover-Whiting Elementary Plover, WI | 5.9 |
| Columbus Elementary Columbus, WI | 6.0 |
| EDGEWOOD CAMPUS SCHOOL Madison, WI | 6.0 |
| GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee, WI | 6.0 |
| HOLY APOSTLES SCHOOL New Berlin, WI | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baird Elementary
What grades does Baird Elementary serve?
Baird Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Baird Elementary?
Baird Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baird Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Baird Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baird Elementary rank in WI?
Baird Elementary ranks #1,281 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Baird Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Baird Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Baird Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baird Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Baird Elementary a charter school?
No, Baird Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baird Elementary a Title I school?
No, Baird Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baird Elementary?
65.0% of students at Baird 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Brown County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (920) 391-2410
Resources & Links
District
Green Bay Area Public School District- District Enrollment
- 18,579
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,394
- District Rank
- #15 of 42
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