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Very Good

#826 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 39% in state

Berry Elementary

Elementary School · Appleton Area School District

3601 S Telulah Ave, Appleton, WI 54915

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#826 of 2,105

In Appleton

#11 of 38

public schools

In district

#8 of 36

Appleton Area School District

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Berry Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary School in Appleton · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Horizons Elementary

7.3/10

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6.6/10

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About Berry Elementary

Berry Elementary is a public elementary school in Appleton, WI, part of Appleton Area School District. Berry Elementary serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Berry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #826 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Berry Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.8 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,085
Chronic Absenteeism8.4%

Berry Elementary — Students at Berry Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
56.1%
2025
Math
64.7%
ELA
59%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Berry Elementary Compares

See how Berry Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
61th percentile in WI
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3601 S Telulah Ave, Appleton, WI 54915

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berry Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Woodland School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clovis Grove Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Menasha), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Horizons Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Appleton, see our Appleton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Horizons Elementary Appleton 0.8 mi 7.3
McKinley Elementary Appleton 0.9 mi 6.6
Madison Middle Appleton 1.2 mi 5.3
East High Appleton 1.4 mi 3.4
Appleton eSchool Appleton 1.4 mi 7.3
Tesla Engineering Charter School Appleton 1.4 mi 6.1
Richmond Elementary Appleton 1.9 mi 6.2
Johnston Elementary Appleton 2.0 mi 6.1
Maplewood Middle Menasha 1.6 mi 6.6
RIVERVIEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton 2.0 mi 5.9
Stephen Foster Elementary Charter Appleton 1.9 mi 7.2
Woodland School Appleton 1.8 mi 9.0
Woodland Intermediate Appleton 1.8 mi 8.5
Edison Elementary Appleton 2.7 mi 6.4
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menasha 2.2 mi 5.2
Valley New School Appleton 2.7 mi 3.8
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton 2.8 mi 6.2
Appleton Cooperative Educational Center Appleton 2.7 mi
Appleview Appleton 2.9 mi
Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha 2.5 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,814

Median Home Value

$247,900

Median Rent

$974/mo

Population

44,269

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

38.5

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School Rating
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Cumberland Elementary Cumberland, WI 7.1
Edgewood Elementary Oak Creek, WI 7.1
Fox Prairie Elementary Stoughton, WI 7.1
Greenville Elementary Greenville, WI 7.1
Hortonville Elementary Hortonville, WI 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berry Elementary

What grades does Berry Elementary serve?

Berry Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Berry Elementary?

Berry Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berry Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Berry Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berry Elementary rank in WI?

Berry Elementary ranks #826 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Berry Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Berry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Berry Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berry Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Berry Elementary a charter school?

No, Berry Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Berry Elementary a Title I school?

No, Berry Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berry Elementary?

21.4% of students at Berry 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Calumet County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

District

Appleton Area School District
District Enrollment
15,230
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,085
District Rank
#8 of 36

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