Below Average
#1759 of 2,105 schools in WI
Lake View Elementary
Elementary School · Madison Metropolitan School District
1802 Tennyson Ln, Madison, WI 53704
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,759 of 2,105
In Madison
#48 of 54
public schools
In district
#46 of 52
Madison Metropolitan School District
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Lake View Elementary
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About Lake View Elementary
Lake View Elementary is a public elementary school in Madison, WI, part of Madison Metropolitan School District. Lake View Elementary serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,759 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Lake View Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Lake View Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Lake View 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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Lake View Elementary — Students at Lake View Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
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: 3.8/10.
How Lake View Elementary Compares
See how Lake View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1802 Tennyson Ln, Madison, WI 53704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lowell Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marquette Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gompers Elementary Madison | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Black Hawk Middle Madison | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| RICHARDSON SCHOOL Madison | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sherman Middle Madison | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Shabazz-City High Madison | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Isthmus Montessori Academy Public Madison | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Mendota Elementary Madison | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lindbergh Elementary Madison | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Emerson Elementary Madison | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MADISON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Waunakee | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| OPERATION FRESH START Madison | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| East High Madison | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Mendota Mental Health Institution Madison | 2.0 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary Madison | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Lowell Elementary Madison | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Sandburg Elementary Madison | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Marquette Elementary Madison | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| O'Keeffe Middle Madison | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WINGS TO SOAR ONLINE ACADEMY Madison | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Innovative High Madison | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,007
Median Home Value
$289,000
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
47,136
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie, WI | 4.6 |
| Cormier School and Early Learning Center Green Bay, WI | 4.6 |
| Eighty-First Street Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
| Goodrich Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
| Kilbourn Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
| Kluge Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake View Elementary
What grades does Lake View Elementary serve?
Lake View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lake View Elementary?
Lake View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake View Elementary is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake View Elementary rank in WI?
Lake View Elementary ranks #1,759 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Lake View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Lake View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake View Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lake View Elementary a charter school?
No, Lake View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lake View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake View Elementary?
76.7% of students at Lake View 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.6%
- Phone
- (608) 204-4040
Resources & Links
District
Madison Metropolitan School District- District Enrollment
- 25,247
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,411
- District Rank
- #46 of 52
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