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#2 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 1% in state

Indian Hill School

Elementary School · Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District

1101 W Brown Deer Rd, River Hills, WI 53217

Enrollment

221

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

9.8

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#2 of 2,105

In district

#1 of 2

Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Indian Hill School

9.8/10

Elementary School in River Hills · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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About Indian Hill School

Indian Hill School is a public elementary school in River Hills, WI, part of Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District. Indian Hill School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Hill School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

What's said publicly about Indian Hill School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Maple-Dale Indian Hill School is part of the Maple-Dale Indian Hill School District 1 . The district hosts various student activities and events, including Track and Field, Lego League, Drama Club, and Art Club 1 . Sixth-grade students participated in a Weather Day event at American Family Field, where they received on-field demonstrations from a CBS 58 meteorologist team 1 . The school also hosted a Science Showcase in April, featuring fourteen students from grades three through seven 1 . Additionally, the district supports an eighth-grade trip to Washington, D.C., scheduled for 2027, with financial support from Nourish Natural Products 1 .
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  1. www.mapledale.k12.wi.us
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How it compares3.0 pts above WI schools
  • This school 9.8 · Excellent
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+4.59 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+33.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.8 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,333
Chronic Absenteeism6.8%

Indian Hill School — Students at Indian Hill School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
54.3% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
74.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
74.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
84.5%
ELA
64.5%
2025
Math
87.5%
ELA
85%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Indian Hill School Compares

See how Indian Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.8/10
100th percentile in WI
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

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

1101 W Brown Deer Rd, River Hills, WI 53217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stormonth Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), with a comparable rating. Another option is Donges Bay Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mequon), a more accessible option. Additionally, MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), a more accessible option. For more schools in River Hills, see our River Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Maple Dale School Fox Point 0.6 mi 9.1
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL-MILWAUKEE Milwaukee 1.0 mi 7.0
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale 1.2 mi 7.7
Bayside Middle Milwaukee 1.1 mi 9.6
ST EUGENE SCHOOL Fox Point 1.5 mi 7.3
Stormonth Elementary Milwaukee 2.0 mi 9.2
Donges Bay Elementary Mequon 2.3 mi 8.5
TORAH ACADEMY OF MILWAUKEE Glendale 2.5 mi 6.6
Nicolet High Glendale 2.5 mi 6.8
BADER HILLEL HIGH SCHOOL Glendale 2.5 mi 8.4
BADER HILLEL ACADEMY Milwaukee 3.0 mi 8.0
MILWAUKEE JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Milwaukee 3.0 mi 8.2
RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS Milwaukee 2.7 mi 7.8
Glen Hills Middle Glendale 3.1 mi 6.8
Lake Shore Middle Mequon 3.1 mi 8.6
Parkway Elementary Glendale 3.5 mi 6.6
Hawthorne Elementary Milwaukee 3.1 mi 4.2
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mequon 3.5 mi 7.7
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ACADEMICS Brown Deer 2.8 mi 5.1
Richards Elementary Whitefish Bay 3.7 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,044

Median Home Value

$426,100

Median Rent

$1,519/mo

Population

30,381

College Educated

73.3%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

40.7

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MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Hill School

What grades does Indian Hill School serve?

Indian Hill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Indian Hill School?

Indian Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Hill School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Hill School rank in WI?

Indian Hill School ranks #2 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Indian Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 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 Indian Hill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Hill School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Indian Hill School a charter school?

No, Indian Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Indian Hill School a Title I school?

No, Indian Hill School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Indian Hill School?

13.6% of students at Indian Hill School 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.8%

District

Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District
District Enrollment
424
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,333
District Rank
#1 of 2

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