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#62 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 3% in state

Houlton Elementary

Elementary School · Hudson School District

70 Houlton School Circle, Houlton, WI 54082

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#62 of 2,105

In Houlton

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Hudson School District

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Houlton Elementary

9.1/10

Elementary School in Houlton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.2/10

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7.5/10

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About Houlton Elementary

Houlton Elementary is a public elementary school in Houlton, WI, part of Hudson School District. Houlton Elementary serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Houlton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Houlton Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.5 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,003
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

Houlton Elementary — Students at Houlton Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
77.8%
ELA
67.9%
2025
Math
78.1%
ELA
77.8%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Houlton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in WI
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
11%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

Location

70 Houlton School Circle, Houlton, WI 54082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Houlton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER (rated 8.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Stillwater), with a comparable rating. Another option is GATE 4/5 (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Stillwater), a more accessible option. Additionally, Marine Area Community School (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Stillwater), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houlton, see our Houlton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hudson 4K Houlton 0.0 mi 3.2
Marine Area Community School Stillwater 1.0 mi 7.5
ST CROIX CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stillwater 1.2 mi 5.4
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stillwater 1.7 mi 4.2
STILLWATER DIST. SPECIAL SERVICES Stillwater 1.7 mi
Bridge Transition Program Stillwater 1.7 mi
WCJC Stillwater 1.8 mi
NEW HEIGHTS SCHOOL INC. Stillwater 1.5 mi 5.9
A/O PROGRAM White Bear Lake 1.6 mi
STILLWATER SPECIAL SERVICES-ECSE Stillwater 1.6 mi 5.4
Stillwater Middle School Stillwater 1.8 mi 7.1
GATE 4/5 Stillwater 1.8 mi 7.8
MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-STILLWATER Bayport 2.3 mi
STONEBRIDGE ELEMENTARY Stillwater 1.8 mi 5.4
ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY Bayport 2.9 mi 4.8
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE ST CROIX VALLEY Stillwater 2.5 mi 7.9
LILY LAKE ELEMENTARY Stillwater 2.4 mi 5.9
ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOWER Stillwater 3.3 mi 8.4
St. Croix Prep Academy Middle Stillwater 3.3 mi 7.9
ST. CROIX PREPARATORY ACADEMY UPPER Stillwater 3.3 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,738

Median Home Value

$480,300

Population

2,026

College Educated

55.9%

Homeownership

88.9%

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

51.6

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

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Forest Lane Community School Montello, WI 9.1
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Luther Elementary Fort Atkinson, WI 9.1
Amery Intermediate Amery, WI 9.0
Crestwood Elementary Madison, WI 9.0
Drummond Elementary Drummond, WI 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Houlton Elementary

What grades does Houlton Elementary serve?

Houlton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Houlton Elementary?

Houlton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Houlton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Houlton Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Houlton Elementary rank in WI?

Houlton Elementary ranks #62 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Houlton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Houlton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Houlton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Houlton Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Houlton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Houlton Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

10.5% of students at Houlton 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
St. Croix County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

Hudson School District
District Enrollment
5,251
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,003
District Rank
#2 of 9

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