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#609 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 29% in state

Butte Des Morts Elementary

Elementary School · Menasha Joint School District

501 Tayco St, Menasha, WI 54952

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#609 of 2,105

In Menasha

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Menasha Joint School District

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Butte Des Morts Elementary

7.6/10

Elementary School in Menasha · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Butte Des Morts Elementary

Butte Des Morts Elementary is a public elementary school in Menasha, WI, part of Menasha Joint School District. Butte Des Morts Elementary serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Butte Des Morts Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #609 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Butte Des Morts Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.1
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,545
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Butte Des Morts Elementary — Students at Butte Des Morts Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 33.9% (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
70%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
19%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
25%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
44.7%
ELA
25.5%
2025
Math
44.2%
ELA
40.8%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Butte Des Morts Elementary Compares

See how Butte Des Morts Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
71th percentile in WI
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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

501 Tayco St, Menasha, WI 54952

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Butte Des Morts Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Banta Bilingual Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fox Valley Virtual School (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Menasha, see our Menasha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Banta Bilingual Elementary Menasha 0.1 mi 8.4
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menasha 0.4 mi 7.5
Menasha High Menasha 0.3 mi 4.4
Fox Valley Virtual School Menasha 0.5 mi 8.2
Gegan Elementary Menasha 1.2 mi 6.9
Jefferson Elementary Menasha 1.0 mi 9.5
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Neenah 1.5 mi 7.2
Washington School of Early Learning Neenah 1.7 mi 3.9
Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha 1.4 mi 8.0
NEENAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Neenah 1.8 mi 4.6
ST MARY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Neenah 1.6 mi 8.1
NEENAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL ADAMS ST CAMPUS Neenah 2.0 mi 3.9
ACE Alliance Charter Elementary Neenah 2.4 mi 7.2
Taft Elementary Neenah 2.0 mi 5.6
Spring Road Elementary Neenah 1.9 mi 7.5
Horace Mann Elementary Neenah 2.7 mi 6.3
FOX VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Neenah 2.4 mi 7.0
Hoover Elementary Neenah 2.8 mi 4.1
Coolidge Elementary Neenah 3.1 mi 8.1
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Appleton 3.1 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54952 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,280

Median Home Value

$190,000

Median Rent

$906/mo

Population

27,127

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

39.1

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Eleva-Strum Elementary Strum, WI 7.6
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Harrison Elementary Janesville, WI 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Butte Des Morts Elementary

What grades does Butte Des Morts Elementary serve?

Butte Des Morts Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Butte Des Morts Elementary?

Butte Des Morts Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Butte Des Morts Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Butte Des Morts Elementary is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Butte Des Morts Elementary rank in WI?

Butte Des Morts Elementary ranks #609 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Butte Des Morts Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Butte Des Morts Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Butte Des Morts Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Butte Des Morts Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Butte Des Morts Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Butte Des Morts Elementary a Title I school?

No, Butte Des Morts Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butte Des Morts Elementary?

63.5% of students at Butte Des Morts 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Winnebago County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

Menasha Joint School District
District Enrollment
3,178
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,545
District Rank
#5 of 8

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