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#151 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 7% in state

Edgerton Elementary

Elementary School · Whitnall School District

5145 S 116th St, Hales Corners, WI 53130

Enrollment

376

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#151 of 2,105

In Hales Corners

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Whitnall School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Edgerton Elementary

8.7/10

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

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About Edgerton Elementary

Edgerton Elementary is a public elementary school in Hales Corners, WI, part of Whitnall School District. Edgerton Elementary serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgerton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Edgerton Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.9 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+15.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,630
Chronic Absenteeism3.7%

Edgerton Elementary — Students at Edgerton Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
62.6%
2025
Math
66.9%
ELA
74.1%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Edgerton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in WI
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.7%

Location

5145 S 116th St, Hales Corners, WI 53130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgerton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hales Corners Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Country Dale Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Franklin), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hales Corners, see our Hales Corners schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CORE4 Greenfield 0.0 mi 3.5
Whitnall Middle Greenfield 0.2 mi 7.6
Whitnall High Greenfield 0.3 mi 5.1
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 0.4 mi
JOURNEYS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 0.5 mi 7.6
Hales Corners Elementary Hales Corners 0.9 mi 8.3
HALES CORNERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners 1.2 mi 5.6
ST MARY PARISH SCHOOL Hales Corners 1.3 mi 7.1
Elmwood Elementary New Berlin 1.8 mi 7.8
Eisenhower Middle/High New Berlin 1.9 mi 8.2
Hoover Elementary New Berlin 2.5 mi 5.0
Alcott Elementary Milwaukee 2.3 mi 3.5
ST JACOBI EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield 2.0 mi 4.9
Country Dale Elementary Franklin 2.9 mi 8.0
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Greenfield 2.2 mi 7.9
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Muskego 2.5 mi 4.5
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS New Berlin 2.6 mi 8.2
ST MATTHIAS PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 2.9 mi 8.0
Mitchell Elementary West Allis 3.1 mi 6.2
MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Greendale 2.5 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,806

Median Home Value

$290,400

Median Rent

$1,274/mo

Population

7,647

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

58.2%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

38.1

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Arbor Vitae-Woodruff Elementary Arbor Vitae, WI 8.7
Barneveld Elementary Barneveld, WI 8.7
Canterbury Elementary Greendale, WI 8.7
Kohler Elementary Kohler, WI 8.7
Lincoln Elementary Wauwatosa, WI 8.7
Poplar Creek Elementary New Berlin, WI 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgerton Elementary

What grades does Edgerton Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Edgerton Elementary?

Edgerton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgerton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgerton Elementary is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgerton Elementary rank in WI?

Edgerton Elementary ranks #151 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Edgerton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgerton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Edgerton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgerton Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Edgerton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Edgerton Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

27.9% of students at Edgerton 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.7%

District

Whitnall School District
District Enrollment
2,394
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,630
District Rank
#1 of 5

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