Very Good
#890 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 42% in state
Great Lakes Elementary
Elementary School · Superior School District
129 N 28th St E, Superior, WI 54880
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#890 of 2,105
In Superior
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Superior School District
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Great Lakes Elementary
Elementary School in Superior · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Great Lakes Elementary
Great Lakes Elementary is a public elementary school in Superior, WI, part of Superior School District. Great Lakes Elementary serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Lakes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #890 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Great Lakes Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Great Lakes Elementary — Students at Great Lakes Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.0/10.
How Great Lakes Elementary Compares
See how Great Lakes Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
129 N 28th St E, Superior, WI 54880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Lakes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bryant Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cooper Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Superior, see our Superior schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Superior High Superior | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Northern Lights Elementary Superior | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Superior | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Superior Middle Superior | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Superior Community Preschool Superior | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Bryant Elementary Superior | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Cooper Elementary Superior | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| TWIN PORTS BAPTIST SCHOOL Superior | 3.6 mi | — |
| Lake Superior Elementary Superior | 4.2 mi | 5.3 |
| HARBOR CITY INTERNATIONAL CHARTER Duluth | 5.5 mi | 8.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Duluth | 5.6 mi | 4.3 |
| DULUTH AREA LEARNING CENTER Duluth | 5.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Academic Excellence Online Duluth | 5.8 mi | 5.0 |
| ALC Independent Study Duluth | 5.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ALC School Within a School Duluth | 5.8 mi | 3.7 |
| LINCOLN PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Duluth | 5.4 mi | 7.0 |
| DENFELD HIGH SCHOOL Duluth | 5.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MYERS-WILKINS ELEMENTARY Duluth | 6.7 mi | 4.2 |
| MERRITT CREEK ACADEMY Duluth | 5.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SPECIAL ED. N.P. Duluth | 6.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,942
Median Home Value
$176,700
Median Rent
$901/mo
Population
30,211
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
17.3 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
39.9
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|---|---|
| Bonduel Elementary Bonduel, WI | 7.0 |
| Classical School Appleton, WI | 7.0 |
| East Elementary Baraboo, WI | 7.0 |
| Erin Elementary Hartford, WI | 7.0 |
| Grayside Elementary Mauston, WI | 7.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eau Claire, WI | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Lakes Elementary
What grades does Great Lakes Elementary serve?
Great Lakes Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Great Lakes Elementary?
Great Lakes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Lakes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Lakes Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Lakes Elementary rank in WI?
Great Lakes Elementary ranks #890 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Great Lakes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Lakes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Great Lakes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Lakes Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Great Lakes Elementary a charter school?
No, Great Lakes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Great Lakes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Great Lakes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Lakes Elementary?
36.6% of students at Great Lakes 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (715) 395-8500
Resources & Links
District
Superior School District- District Enrollment
- 4,023
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,892
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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