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#1124 of 2,105 schools in WI
Based on limited data
Lapham Elementary
Elementary School · Madison Metropolitan School District
1045 E Dayton St, Madison, WI 53703
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 50 schools in Madison. Learn more
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,124 of 2,105
In Madison
#32 of 54
public schools
In district
#31 of 52
Madison Metropolitan School District
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Lapham Elementary
Lapham Elementary is a public elementary school in Madison, WI, part of Madison Metropolitan School District. Lapham Elementary serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lapham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,124 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Lapham 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lapham Elementary Compares
See how Lapham Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1045 E Dayton St, Madison, WI 53703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lapham Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lowell Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JAMES SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winnequah School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Monona), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Innovative High Madison | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Marquette Elementary Madison | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| O'Keeffe Middle Madison | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Metro School Madison | 1.1 mi | — |
| East High Madison | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Emerson Elementary Madison | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| 4K PK Off Site Madison | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| OPERATION FRESH START Madison | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Lowell Elementary Madison | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Shabazz-City High Madison | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| WOODLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Madison | 2.3 mi | — |
| Sherman Middle Madison | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Franklin Elementary Madison | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Isthmus Montessori Academy Public Madison | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Winnequah School Monona | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Madison | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Nuestro Mundo Monona | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monona | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| James Wright Middle Madison | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| RICHARDSON SCHOOL Madison | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,618
Median Home Value
$472,000
Median Rent
$1,445/mo
Population
37,467
College Educated
69.4%
Homeownership
14.3%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
39.4%
Median Age
24.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almond-Bancroft Elementary Almond, WI | 6.3 |
| Harvey Elementary Kenosha, WI | 6.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids, WI | 6.3 |
| Longfellow Elementary Eau Claire, WI | 6.3 |
| MORNING STAR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jackson, WI | 6.3 |
| MT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lapham Elementary
What grades does Lapham Elementary serve?
Lapham Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Lapham Elementary?
Lapham Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lapham Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lapham Elementary is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lapham Elementary rank in WI?
Lapham Elementary ranks #1,124 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Lapham Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lapham Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lapham Elementary a charter school?
No, Lapham Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lapham Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lapham Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lapham Elementary?
40.3% of students at Lapham 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (608) 204-4140
Resources & Links
District
Madison Metropolitan School District- District Enrollment
- 25,247
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,411
- District Rank
- #31 of 52
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