Very Good
#576 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 27% in state
Douglas Elementary
Elementary School · Watertown Unified School District
1101 Prospect St, Watertown, WI 53098
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#576 of 2,105
In Watertown
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Watertown Unified School District
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Douglas Elementary
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About Douglas Elementary
Douglas Elementary is a public elementary school in Watertown, WI, part of Watertown Unified School District. Douglas Elementary serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #576 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Douglas Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Douglas Elementary — Students at Douglas Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.5%
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: 8.0/10.
How Douglas Elementary Compares
See how Douglas 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
1101 Prospect St, Watertown, WI 53098
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Webster Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LEAP Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ST HENRY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Watertown | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| eCampus Academy Charter School Watertown | 1.0 mi | 1.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Watertown | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| LUTHER PREP Watertown | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Riverside Middle Watertown | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| TRINITY-ST LUKES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Webster Elementary Watertown | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| MARANATHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Watertown | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Endeavor Charter School Watertown | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| TRINITY-ST LUKES LUTHERAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 1.7 mi | — |
| Schurz Elementary Watertown | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Watertown 4 Kids Watertown | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| LEAP Elementary Watertown | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ixonia | 4.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53098 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,147
Median Home Value
$239,700
Median Rent
$1,100/mo
Population
11,505
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bannach Elementary Stevens Point, WI | 7.7 |
| Cameron Elementary Cameron, WI | 7.7 |
| Green Tree Elementary West Bend, WI | 7.7 |
| LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mequon, WI | 7.7 |
| MacArthur Elementary Green Bay, WI | 7.7 |
| Pelican Elementary Rhinelander, WI | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglas Elementary
What grades does Douglas Elementary serve?
Douglas Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Douglas Elementary?
Douglas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglas Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglas Elementary rank in WI?
Douglas Elementary ranks #576 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Douglas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Douglas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Douglas Elementary a charter school?
No, Douglas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Douglas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas Elementary?
56.5% of students at Douglas 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
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Dodge County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (920) 262-1495
Resources & Links
District
Watertown Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 3,231
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,825
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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