Excellent
#220 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 10% in state
Donges Bay Elementary
Elementary School · Mequon-Thiensville School District
2401 W Donges Bay Rd, Mequon, WI 53092
Enrollment
516
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
516
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#220 of 2,105
In Mequon
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Mequon-Thiensville School District
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Donges Bay Elementary
Donges Bay Elementary is a public elementary school in Mequon, WI, part of Mequon-Thiensville School District. Donges Bay Elementary serves approximately 516 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Donges Bay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Donges Bay Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Donges Bay Elementary — Students at Donges Bay Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.9%
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: 8.5/10.
How Donges Bay Elementary Compares
See how Donges Bay Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2401 W Donges Bay Rd, Mequon, WI 53092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donges Bay Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Indian Hill School (rated 9.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby River Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oriole Lane Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wilson Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mequon, see our Mequon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Shore Middle Mequon | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mequon | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL-MILWAUKEE Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Indian Hill School River Hills | 2.3 mi | 9.8 |
| Homestead High Mequon | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Maple Dale School Fox Point | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Bayside Middle Milwaukee | 2.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Oriole Lane Elementary Mequon | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| CHRIST ALONE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thiensville | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| NEW WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mequon | 2.6 mi | — |
| Wilson Elementary Mequon | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale | 3.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Steffen Middle Mequon | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ACADEMICS Brown Deer | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Brown Deer Elementary Brown Deer | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| ST EUGENE SCHOOL Fox Point | 3.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Brown Deer Middle/High Brown Deer | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS Milwaukee | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Thoreau Elementary Milwaukee | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
| TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Glendale | 4.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,431
Median Home Value
$440,200
Median Rent
$1,962/mo
Population
21,202
College Educated
68.8%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
48.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arcadia Elementary Arcadia, WI | 8.5 |
| Fair Park Elementary West Bend, WI | 8.5 |
| Granite Ridge School Cottage Grove, WI | 8.5 |
| Lakeview Elementary Neenah, WI | 8.5 |
| Manz Elementary Eau Claire, WI | 8.5 |
| New Richmond Starr Elementary New Richmond, WI | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donges Bay Elementary
What grades does Donges Bay Elementary serve?
Donges Bay Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Donges Bay Elementary?
Donges Bay Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 516 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donges Bay Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Donges Bay Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donges Bay Elementary rank in WI?
Donges Bay Elementary ranks #220 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Donges Bay Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Donges Bay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Donges Bay Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Donges Bay Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Donges Bay Elementary a charter school?
No, Donges Bay Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donges Bay Elementary a Title I school?
No, Donges Bay Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donges Bay Elementary?
7.9% of students at Donges Bay 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
- 516
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ozaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.3%
- Phone
- (262) 238-7925
Resources & Links
District
Mequon-Thiensville School District- District Enrollment
- 3,570
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,048
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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