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#918 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 44% in state

Grand Avenue Elementary

Elementary School · Sauk Prairie School District

225 Grand Ave, Prairie Du Sac, WI 53578

Enrollment

428

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#918 of 2,105

In Prairie Du Sac

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Sauk Prairie School District

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Grand Avenue Elementary

6.9/10

Elementary School in Prairie Du Sac · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Grand Avenue Elementary

Grand Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Prairie Du Sac, WI, part of Sauk Prairie School District. Grand Avenue Elementary serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #918 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Grand Avenue Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,273
Chronic Absenteeism10.5%

Grand Avenue Elementary — Students at Grand Avenue Elementary score 59% 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

26.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 49.7% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
34%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
53.2%
ELA
40.1%
2025
Math
62.9%
ELA
55.2%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Grand Avenue Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
56th percentile in WI
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

225 Grand Ave, Prairie Du Sac, WI 53578

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grand Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wisconsin Heights Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Mazomanie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Cross Plains), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Merrimac Community (rated 8.1/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Merrimac), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prairie Du Sac, see our Prairie Du Sac schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SHORELESS LAKE SCHOOL WISCONSIN Sauk City 0.3 mi
Sauk Prairie High Prairie Du Sac 0.4 mi 4.8
Sauk Prairie Middle Sauk City 0.5 mi 5.7
Bridges Elementary Prairie Du Sac 0.6 mi 6.3
Merrimac Community Merrimac 8.0 mi 8.1
Wisconsin Heights Elementary Mazomanie 9.2 mi 9.0
Wisconsin Heights High Mazomanie 9.2 mi 5.8
Wisconsin Heights Middle Mazomanie 9.2 mi 8.2
Lodi Primary Lodi 8.6 mi 6.0
Al Behrman Elementary Baraboo 12.0 mi 6.8
Lodi High Lodi 8.9 mi 6.9
Tower Rock Elementary Prairie Du Sac 9.1 mi 6.2
Park Elementary Cross Plains 12.2 mi 8.6
Lodi Middle Lodi 9.2 mi 7.8
ST JOSEPH PARISH SCHOOL Baraboo 12.7 mi 6.7
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Baraboo 12.9 mi 5.7
ST FRANCIS XAVIER Cross Plains 12.3 mi 5.1
East Elementary Baraboo 13.0 mi 7.0
West Elementary-Kindergarten Center Baraboo 13.0 mi 4.7
BELC--Renewal Head Start Baraboo 13.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,194

Median Home Value

$333,800

Median Rent

$1,141/mo

Population

6,444

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

40.6

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IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Brookfield, WI 6.9
Kegonsa Elementary Stoughton, WI 6.9
La Grange Elementary Tomah, WI 6.9
Lincoln Elementary Whitewater, WI 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grand Avenue Elementary

What grades does Grand Avenue Elementary serve?

Grand Avenue Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Grand Avenue Elementary?

Grand Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Avenue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Grand Avenue Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grand Avenue Elementary rank in WI?

Grand Avenue Elementary ranks #918 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Grand Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Grand Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Grand Avenue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grand Avenue Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grand Avenue Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Grand Avenue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Grand Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

26.2% of students at Grand Avenue 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Sauk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.5%

District

Sauk Prairie School District
District Enrollment
2,686
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,273
District Rank
#2 of 6

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