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#893 of 2,102 schools in WI
Top 42% in state
Eastside Elementary
Elementary School · Sun Prairie Area School District
501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sun Prairie
#7 of 15
public schools
Wisconsin elementary schools
#527 of 1,099
In district
#7 of 15
Sun Prairie Area School District
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Eastside Elementary
Eastside Elementary serves 417 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, maintaining a comfortable student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1 with 28 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, ranking in the 83rd percentile statewide at #363 out of 2,112 Wisconsin elementary schools, with an impressive MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. Students at Eastside Elementary show solid achievement across core subjects, with 61% demonstrating proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 64% meet or exceed proficiency standards in mathematics.
The school's academic score of 8.6 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence and student success. Located on South Bird Street in the 53590 ZIP code, Eastside Elementary sits within an affluent suburban community where the median household income reaches $96,762 and home values average $330,100. The neighborhood's educational emphasis is evident, with 51% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.3% among its 43,423 residents.
Eastside Elementary operates as a regular public school within Sun Prairie's large suburban setting, benefiting from a community that values education and provides strong support for academic achievement.
Score Breakdown
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Eastside Elementary — Students at Eastside Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How Eastside Elementary Compares
See how Eastside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 64% (2019) to 57% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 47% (2021).
Location
501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Eastside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Granite Ridge School (rated 8.3/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Cottage Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadow View Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Horizon Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sun Prairie, see our Sun Prairie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEARTS GRADE SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Northside Elementary Sun Prairie | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Patrick Marsh Middle Sun Prairie | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Sun Prairie East High Sun Prairie | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Sun Prairie Four Kids Sun Prairie | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Westside Elementary Sun Prairie | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Royal Oaks Elementary Sun Prairie | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Prairie View Middle Sun Prairie | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Creekside Elementary Sun Prairie | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Meadow View Elementary Sun Prairie | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Sun Prairie West High Sun Prairie | 3.5 mi | — |
| Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie | 4.0 mi | — |
| Taylor Prairie Elementary Cottage Grove | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Granite Ridge School Cottage Grove | 6.7 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,497
Median Home Value
$354,700
Median Rent
$1,375/mo
Population
43,965
College Educated
51.6%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
37.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Eastside Elementary has a median household income of $96,497. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $354,700, with a median rent of $1,375/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amherst Elementary Amherst, WI | 6.8 |
| Brillion Elementary Brillion, WI | 6.8 |
| Clintonville Elementary School Clintonville, WI | 6.8 |
| Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha, WI | 6.8 |
| Edgar Elementary Edgar, WI | 6.8 |
| Eisenhower Elementary Wauwatosa, WI | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eastside Elementary
What grades does Eastside Elementary serve?
Eastside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Eastside Elementary?
Eastside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Eastside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Eastside Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Eastside Elementary rank in WI?
Eastside Elementary is ranked #893 out of 2,102 schools in WI.
What is Eastside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Eastside Elementary has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Eastside Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Eastside Elementary has 64.0% math proficiency and 60.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Eastside Elementary a charter school?
No, Eastside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Eastside Elementary a Title I school?
No, Eastside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eastside Elementary?
24.7% of students at Eastside 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
- City Safety
- High (1,594/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sun Prairie). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 417
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dane County
- Phone
- (608) 834-7400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sun Prairie Area School District- District Enrollment
- 8,411
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,779
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
Other Schools in This District
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