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Longfellow Elementary

Elementary School · Eau Claire Area School District

512 Balcom St, Eau Claire, WI 54703

Enrollment

264

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,118 of 2,105

In Eau Claire

#16 of 22

public schools

In district

#16 of 22

Eau Claire Area School District

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Longfellow Elementary

6.3/10

Elementary School in Eau Claire · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Longfellow Elementary

Longfellow Elementary is a public elementary school in Eau Claire, WI, part of Eau Claire Area School District. Longfellow Elementary serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,118 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,336
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Longfellow Elementary — Students at Longfellow Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (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
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2025
Math
37.1%
ELA
39.9%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Longfellow Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in WI
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Location

512 Balcom St, Eau Claire, WI 54703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flynn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manz Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eau Claire, see our Eau Claire schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
EAU CLAIRE ACADEMY Eau Claire 0.4 mi
Eau Claire Community Sites Eau Claire 0.6 mi 3.7
Eau Claire Virtual School Eau Claire 0.6 mi 5.0
Second Avenue School Eau Claire 1.0 mi
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eau Claire 1.0 mi 7.0
Flynn Elementary Eau Claire 1.2 mi 8.6
Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School Eau Claire 1.1 mi 8.1
REGIS HIGH & MIDDLE SCHOOL Eau Claire 1.4 mi 5.3
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 1.6 mi 4.8
North High Eau Claire 1.8 mi 5.0
Lakeshore Elementary Eau Claire 1.5 mi 7.9
BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 1.8 mi
Memorial High Eau Claire 1.8 mi 5.9
Manz Elementary Eau Claire 2.0 mi 8.5
Roosevelt Elementary Eau Claire 1.7 mi 6.9
McKinley Charter School Eau Claire 1.7 mi 3.7
Putnam Heights Elementary Eau Claire 2.2 mi 7.6
Davey Elementary Eau Claire 2.3 mi 7.6
ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Eau Claire 2.4 mi 4.9
ST JAMES ELEMENTARY Eau Claire 1.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,801

Median Home Value

$224,600

Median Rent

$986/mo

Population

43,022

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

17 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

35.6

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Dousman Elementary Dousman, WI 6.3
Harvey Elementary Kenosha, WI 6.3
Horace Mann Elementary Neenah, WI 6.3
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wisconsin Rapids, WI 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow Elementary

What grades does Longfellow Elementary serve?

Longfellow Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Longfellow Elementary?

Longfellow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Elementary rank in WI?

Longfellow Elementary ranks #1,118 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Longfellow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow 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.

What are the test scores at Longfellow Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Longfellow Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Longfellow Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

70.1% of students at Longfellow 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Eau Claire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

District

Eau Claire Area School District
District Enrollment
10,866
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,336
District Rank
#16 of 22

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