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Lemonweir Elementary

Elementary School · Tomah Area School District

711 N Glendale Ave, Tomah, WI 54660

Enrollment

275

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,562 of 2,105

In Tomah

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

Tomah Area School District

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Lemonweir Elementary

5.2/10

Elementary School in Tomah · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lemonweir Elementary

Lemonweir Elementary is a public elementary school in Tomah, WI, part of Tomah Area School District. Lemonweir Elementary serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lemonweir Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,562 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Lemonweir Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Lemonweir 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-26 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.9 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,373
Chronic Absenteeism38.5%

Lemonweir Elementary — Students at Lemonweir Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 34.9% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27.3%
ELA
34.8%
2025
Math
28.3%
ELA
29.3%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Lemonweir Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
26th percentile in WI
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.5%

Location

711 N Glendale Ave, Tomah, WI 54660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lemonweir Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tomah Area Montessori School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Additionally, La Grange Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tomah, see our Tomah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert Kupper Learning Center Tomah 0.8 mi 4.1
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tomah 1.0 mi 5.2
Tomah Middle Tomah 1.1 mi 5.4
Miller Elementary Tomah 1.2 mi 4.7
La Grange Elementary Tomah 1.4 mi 6.9
Tomah High Tomah 1.4 mi 3.7
Timber PUPS Learning Center Tomah 1.6 mi 3.3
TOMAH BAPTIST ACADEMY Tomah 1.7 mi 7.0
Tomah Area Montessori School Tomah 2.1 mi 7.9
Wyeville Elementary Wyeville 5.7 mi 4.4
Oakdale Elementary Tomah 6.2 mi 6.8
EAST RIDGEVILLE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Wilton 8.5 mi
Warrens Elementary Warrens 9.3 mi 6.8
SUNNYVALLEY PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Tomah 9.6 mi
Camp Douglas Elementary Camp Douglas 11.8 mi 6.2
Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton Elementary Ontario 16.6 mi 7.6
Brookwood High Ontario 16.6 mi 8.3
Southside Early Learning Center Sparta 15.4 mi 5.6
Sparta Alternative Independent Learning School Sparta 15.4 mi 3.1
SPARTA MENNONITE SCHOOL Sparta 15.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,146

Median Home Value

$188,000

Median Rent

$931/mo

Population

16,100

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

41.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Menomonee Falls, WI 5.2
Honey Creek Elementary Milwaukee, WI 5.2
Irving Elementary West Allis, WI 5.2
Jefferson Elementary Sheboygan, WI 5.2
Kennedy Elementary Green Bay, WI 5.2
Monroe Elementary Manitowoc, WI 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lemonweir Elementary

What grades does Lemonweir Elementary serve?

Lemonweir Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Lemonweir Elementary?

Lemonweir Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lemonweir Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lemonweir Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lemonweir Elementary rank in WI?

Lemonweir Elementary ranks #1,562 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Lemonweir Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lemonweir Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Lemonweir Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lemonweir Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lemonweir Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lemonweir Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

69.5% of students at Lemonweir 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
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.5%

District

Tomah Area School District
District Enrollment
3,096
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,373
District Rank
#7 of 12

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