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#7 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 1% in state

Bluff View Elementary

Elementary School · Prairie du Chien Area School District

1901 E Wells St, Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821

Enrollment

184

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

9.6

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#7 of 2,105

In Prairie Du Chien

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Prairie du Chien Area School District

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Bluff View Elementary

9.6/10

Elementary School in Prairie Du Chien · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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6.6/10

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About Bluff View Elementary

Bluff View Elementary is a public elementary school in Prairie Du Chien, WI, part of Prairie du Chien Area School District. Bluff View Elementary serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluff View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #7 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Bluff View Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 184 students, Bluff View Elementary 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.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Bluff View Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.16 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+15.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+26.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,211
Chronic Absenteeism2.7%

Bluff View Elementary — Students at Bluff View Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
49.6%
ELA
37.3%
2025
Math
70.2%
ELA
62.6%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Bluff View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.6/10
100th percentile in WI
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.7%

Location

1901 E Wells St, Prairie Du Chien, WI 53821

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bluff View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wauzeka Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Wauzeka), with a very similar rating. Another option is Clayton Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Garnavillo), a more accessible option. Additionally, River Ridge Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Patch Grove), a more accessible option. For more schools in Prairie Du Chien, see our Prairie Du Chien schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bluff View Middle Prairie Du Chien 0.0 mi 8.3
Prairie du Chien High Prairie Du Chien 0.5 mi 6.6
Mighty River Academy of Virtual Education Prairie Du Chien 0.5 mi 5.0
NEW FRONTIER DAY SCHOOL Prairie Du Chien 0.6 mi
Prairie du Chien Correctional Inst Prairie Du Chien 1.0 mi
BA Kennedy School Prairie Du Chien 1.0 mi 7.8
PRAIRIE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prairie Du Chien 1.7 mi 6.1
PRAIRIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Prairie Du Chier 1.5 mi 6.6
MFL MarMac Middle School Mcgregor 3.4 mi 8.9
McGregor Intermediate School Mcgregor 3.4 mi 5.9
River Ridge Elementary Patch Grove 9.8 mi 8.2
River Ridge Middle Patch Grove 9.8 mi 8.8
River Ridge High Patch Grove 9.8 mi 5.5
Clayton Ridge Elementary School Garnavillo 13.4 mi 8.4
Wauzeka Elementary Wauzeka 12.6 mi 9.5
Wauzeka High Wauzeka 12.6 mi 5.2
Wauzeka Middle Wauzeka 12.6 mi 8.2
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Bloomington 14.7 mi
Clayton Ridge Middle School Guttenberg 17.8 mi 6.8
Clayton Ridge High School Guttenberg 17.8 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,476

Median Home Value

$162,500

Median Rent

$842/mo

Population

7,711

College Educated

17.8%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

16 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

47.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bluff View Elementary

What grades does Bluff View Elementary serve?

Bluff View Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Bluff View Elementary?

Bluff View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluff View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bluff View Elementary is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bluff View Elementary rank in WI?

Bluff View Elementary ranks #7 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Bluff View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bluff View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Bluff View Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bluff View Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Bluff View Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Bluff View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bluff View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

54.3% of students at Bluff View 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Crawford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.7%

District

Prairie du Chien Area School District
District Enrollment
971
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,211
District Rank
#1 of 5

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