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#287 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 14% in state

Dyer Elementary

Elementary School · Burlington Area School District

201 S Kendrick Ave, Burlington, WI 53105

Enrollment

483

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#287 of 2,105

In Burlington

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Burlington Area School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Dyer Elementary

8.3/10

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

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5.0/10

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About Dyer Elementary

Dyer Elementary is a public elementary school in Burlington, WI, part of Burlington Area School District. Dyer Elementary serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Dyer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #287 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Dyer Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • 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-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,489
Chronic Absenteeism0.8%

Dyer Elementary — Students at Dyer Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 54.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
50.4%
ELA
44.5%
2025
Math
64.4%
ELA
55.4%

* 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 Dyer Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
86th percentile in WI
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.8%

Location

201 S Kendrick Ave, Burlington, WI 53105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dyer Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Star Center Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Waller Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Winkler Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burlington 0.2 mi 5.0
Cooper Montessori Burlington 0.6 mi 8.0
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Burlington 0.6 mi 8.0
BURLINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Burlington 0.7 mi 6.9
Waller Elementary Burlington 0.8 mi 8.7
Karcher Middle School Burlington 1.1 mi 8.0
Winkler Elementary Burlington 2.6 mi 8.6
Burlington High School Burlington 1.9 mi 5.4
Lyons Center Elementary Burlington 3.8 mi 7.4
Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington 7.0 mi 7.3
Woodfield Elementary Waterford 7.0 mi 7.3
Evergreen Elementary Waterford 7.4 mi 6.7
Fox River Middle Waterford 7.5 mi 7.7
Waterford High Waterford 7.4 mi 6.3
Randall Consolidated School Burlington 8.8 mi 7.0
MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva 7.1 mi 6.9
Trailside Elementary Waterford 8.4 mi 6.8
Star Center Elementary Lake Geneva 9.5 mi 8.9
Maple Park Charter School Lake Geneva 9.5 mi
BLOOM360 LEARNING COMMUNITY East Troy 10.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,798

Median Home Value

$295,100

Median Rent

$1,029/mo

Population

29,051

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

44.3

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Brooklyn Elementary Brooklyn, WI 8.3
Caddie Woodlawn Elementary Durand, WI 8.3
Clarendon Avenue Elementary Mukwonago, WI 8.3
Clintonville Elementary School Clintonville, WI 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dyer Elementary

What grades does Dyer Elementary serve?

Dyer Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dyer Elementary?

Dyer Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dyer Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dyer Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dyer Elementary rank in WI?

Dyer Elementary ranks #287 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Dyer Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dyer Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Dyer Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dyer Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dyer Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Dyer Elementary a Title I school?

No, Dyer Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

42.4% of students at Dyer 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Racine County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.8%

District

Burlington Area School District
District Enrollment
2,919
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,489
District Rank
#3 of 7

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