Houlton Elementary

Houlton Elementary serves 229 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Houlton, Wisconsin, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranking #118 out of 2,112 Wisconsin elementary schools, the school places in the 94th percentile statewide for academic excellence. The school's academic strength is evident in its test scores, with 79% of students achieving proficiency or above in math and 74% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading.

These impressive results reflect the quality education provided by 17 full-time equivalent teachers, who maintain a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.5 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention. Located at 70 Houlton School Circle in St. Croix County, the school serves a well-educated community where 63% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood's median household income of $127,422 and low poverty rate of 3.9% contribute to a supportive educational environment. Home values in the area average $443,200, reflecting the desirability of this small community of 1,805 residents. Houlton Elementary sits in a town on the fringe of an urban area, offering families the benefits of small-town community feel while maintaining access to broader metropolitan resources.