Douglas Elementary

Douglas Elementary serves 324 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Watertown, Wisconsin. With 30 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned a solid MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #549 out of 2,112 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 74th percentile among Wisconsin schools.

This performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education for its young learners during these foundational years. Douglas Elementary draws families from a stable community where the median household income is $68,618 and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 6.9%. The neighborhood reflects a mix of working families, with median home values around $231,500.

While 18% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, the community demonstrates strong support for public education. As a regular public school, Douglas Elementary focuses on building essential academic skills and social development that prepare students for their transition to middle school. The school is situated in Watertown, a town on the fringe of an urban area in Dodge County, offering students the benefits of small-town community connections while maintaining access to broader educational resources.