Very Good
#815 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 39% in state
Based on limited data
Barlow Park Charter School
Elementary School · Ripon Area School District
PO Box 991, Ripon, WI 54971
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on WI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#815 of 2,105
In Ripon
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Ripon Area School District
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Barlow Park Charter School
Elementary School in Ripon · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Barlow Park Charter School
Barlow Park Charter School is a public elementary school in Ripon, WI, part of Ripon Area School District. Barlow Park Charter School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Barlow Park Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #815 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Barlow Park Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Barlow Park Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Barlow Park Charter School Compares
See how Barlow Park Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 991, Ripon, WI 54971
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barlow Park Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Quest Charter School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brandon Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Brandon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Green Lake Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Green Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ripon, see our Ripon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Journey Ripon | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Odyssey Academy of Virtual Learning Ripon | 0.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Ripon High Ripon | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Ripon Middle Ripon | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Murray Park Elementary Ripon | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Quest Charter School Ripon | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Brandon Elementary Brandon | 7.2 mi | 8.9 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Lake | 6.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Green Lake Elementary Green Lake | 6.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Green Lake High Green Lake | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Laconia High Rosendale | 8.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Rosendale Primary Rosendale | 8.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Rosendale-Brandon Middle Rosendale | 8.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Rosendale Intermediate Rosendale | 8.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Clay Lamberton Elementary Berlin | 11.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Berlin | 11.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Berlin Middle Berlin | 11.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Berlin High Berlin | 11.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Berlin | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Markesan High Markesan | 11.0 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54971 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,914
Median Home Value
$182,800
Median Rent
$708/mo
Population
10,783
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACE Alliance Charter Elementary Neenah, WI | 7.2 |
| Athens Elementary Athens, WI | 7.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 7.2 |
| Brookwood Elementary Genoa City, WI | 7.2 |
| Florence Elementary Florence, WI | 7.2 |
| Greenwood Elementary Greenwood, WI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barlow Park Charter School
What grades does Barlow Park Charter School serve?
Barlow Park Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Barlow Park Charter School?
Barlow Park Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barlow Park Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Barlow Park Charter School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barlow Park Charter School rank in WI?
Barlow Park Charter School ranks #815 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Barlow Park Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Barlow Park Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Barlow Park Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Barlow Park Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Barlow Park Charter School a Title I school?
No, Barlow Park Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barlow Park Charter School?
45.9% of students at Barlow Park Charter School 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Fond du Lac County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (920) 748-1550
Resources & Links
District
Ripon Area School District- District Enrollment
- 1,654
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,493
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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