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Knapp Elementary
Elementary School · Racine Unified School District
2701 17th St, Racine, WI 53405
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,456 of 2,105
In Racine
#5 of 25
public schools
In district
#5 of 25
Racine Unified School District
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About Knapp Elementary
Knapp Elementary is a public elementary school in Racine, WI, part of Racine Unified School District. Knapp Elementary serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Knapp Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,456 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Knapp Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Knapp Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
48% of students at Knapp 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
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Knapp Elementary — Students at Knapp Elementary score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.7%
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: 6.6/10.
How Knapp Elementary Compares
See how Knapp Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2701 17th St, Racine, WI 53405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Knapp Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUSD Montessori (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RENAISSANCE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Racine, see our Racine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF GRACE ACADEMY Racine | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Mitchell School Racine | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Park High Racine | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Fratt Elementary Racine | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Walden III High Racine | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Johnson Elementary Racine | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary Racine | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| RACINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Racine | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| EVERGREEN ACADEMY Racine | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Bull Early Education Center Racine | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| All District 4 Year Old Kindergarten Racine | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| RACINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Racine | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Starbuck - An IB World School Racine | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| 21st Century Preparatory School Racine | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| RACINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Racine | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| RENAISSANCE SCHOOL Racine | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Racine | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Julian Thomas Elementary Racine | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| RUSD Montessori Racine | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,339
Median Home Value
$173,600
Median Rent
$946/mo
Population
27,843
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hawthorne Elementary Madison, WI | 5.5 |
| Mendota Elementary Madison, WI | 5.5 |
| ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 5.6 |
| Crandon Elementary Crandon, WI | 5.6 |
| Danz Elementary Green Bay, WI | 5.4 |
| Forest Park Elementary Kenosha, WI | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Knapp Elementary
What grades does Knapp Elementary serve?
Knapp Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Knapp Elementary?
Knapp Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Knapp Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Knapp Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Knapp Elementary rank in WI?
Knapp Elementary ranks #1,456 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Knapp Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Knapp Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Knapp Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Knapp Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Knapp Elementary a charter school?
No, Knapp Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Knapp Elementary a Title I school?
No, Knapp Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Knapp Elementary?
87.7% of students at Knapp 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
- 448
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Racine County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.5%
- Phone
- (262) 664-8000
Resources & Links
District
Racine Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 15,963
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,095
- District Rank
- #5 of 25
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