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Grant Elementary

Elementary School · Sheboygan Area School District

1528 N 5th St, Sheboygan, WI 53081

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,227 of 2,105

In Sheboygan

#10 of 24

public schools

In district

#11 of 25

Sheboygan Area School District

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Grant Elementary

6.1/10

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

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About Grant Elementary

Grant Elementary is a public elementary school in Sheboygan, WI, part of Sheboygan Area School District. Grant Elementary serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Grant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,227 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Grant Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Grant Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-10.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,962
Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

Grant Elementary — Students at Grant Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
36.4%
ELA
27.2%
2025
Math
43.8%
ELA
46.9%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Grant Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in WI
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

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

1528 N 5th St, Sheboygan, WI 53081

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grant Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON (rated 8.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Etude Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sheboygan, see our Sheboygan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheboygan 0.2 mi 9.2
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON Sheboygan 0.2 mi 8.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan 0.6 mi 6.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan 0.7 mi 7.0
Sheboygan Leadership Academy Sheboygan 1.0 mi 6.3
Etude Middle Sheboygan 1.0 mi 6.7
Central High Sheboygan 1.0 mi 5.3
Etude High Sheboygan 1.0 mi 6.6
George D Warriner High School for Personalized Learning Sheboygan 1.0 mi 4.2
George D Warriner Middle Sheboygan 1.0 mi 6.4
Jefferson Elementary Sheboygan 0.8 mi 5.2
Urban Middle Sheboygan 1.1 mi 5.2
North High Sheboygan 1.2 mi 3.6
Longfellow Elementary Sheboygan 1.4 mi 4.9
Sheridan Elementary Sheboygan 1.3 mi 5.0
BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan 1.6 mi 6.9
Cooper Elementary Sheboygan 1.4 mi 4.3
Farnsworth Middle Sheboygan 2.1 mi 4.9
Pigeon River Elementary Sheboygan 2.0 mi 5.0
Etude Elementary Sheboygan 2.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,401

Median Home Value

$169,700

Median Rent

$866/mo

Population

43,146

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

16.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Median Age

38.7

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School Rating
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Johnston Elementary Appleton, WI 6.1
Kate Goodrich Elementary Merrill, WI 6.1
Lake Country Academy - Charter Sheboygan, WI 6.1
Langlade Elementary Green Bay, WI 6.1
Levi Leonard Elementary Evansville, WI 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grant Elementary

What grades does Grant Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Grant Elementary?

Grant Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grant Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Grant Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grant Elementary rank in WI?

Grant Elementary ranks #1,227 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Grant Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Grant Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Grant Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grant Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grant Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Grant Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

80.3% of students at Grant 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
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Sheboygan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

District

Sheboygan Area School District
District Enrollment
9,427
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,962
District Rank
#11 of 25

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