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#820 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 39% in state

Mcdill Elementary

Elementary School · Stevens Point Area Public School District

2516 School St, Stevens Point, WI 54481

Enrollment

335

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#820 of 2,105

In Stevens Point

#4 of 13

public schools

In district

#4 of 16

Stevens Point Area Public School District

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Mcdill Elementary

7.2/10

Elementary School in Stevens Point · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Benjamin Franklin Junior High

6.0/10

1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.3/10

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About Mcdill Elementary

Mcdill Elementary is a public elementary school in Stevens Point, WI, part of Stevens Point Area Public School District. Mcdill Elementary serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcdill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #820 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Mcdill Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.1 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,976
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

Mcdill Elementary — Students at Mcdill Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (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
90%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
48.1%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
57.3%
ELA
59.3%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Mcdill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
61th percentile in WI
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

Location

2516 School St, Stevens Point, WI 54481

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mcdill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bannach Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST STEPHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stevens Point, see our Stevens Point schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Benjamin Franklin Junior High Stevens Point 1.0 mi 6.0
Preschool Options Stevens Point 1.1 mi 5.3
Point 4 the Future Stevens Point 1.1 mi 3.4
Plover-Whiting Elementary Plover 1.3 mi 5.9
McKinley Center Stevens Point 1.5 mi 6.3
Roosevelt Elementary Plover 1.8 mi 6.7
ST BRONISLAVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plover 2.4 mi 5.2
P J Jacobs Junior High Stevens Point 2.5 mi 6.1
Jefferson Elementary Stevens Point 2.4 mi 7.3
Washington Elementary Stevens Point 2.7 mi 5.8
ST STEPHEN SCHOOL Stevens Point 2.8 mi 6.8
ST STEPHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stevens Point 2.7 mi 7.4
Juvenile Detention Stevens Point 2.7 mi
Bannach Elementary Stevens Point 3.1 mi 7.7
PACELLI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Stevens Point 3.4 mi 6.4
PACELLI CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL Stevens Point 3.3 mi 6.6
Charles F Fernandez Center Alt Learning Stevens Point 3.0 mi 4.1
Point of Discovery School Stevens Point 3.0 mi 3.9
Madison Elementary Stevens Point 3.7 mi 7.3
Stevens Point Area Senior High Stevens Point 3.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54481 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,234

Median Home Value

$191,700

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

27,878

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

55.8%

Avg Commute

16.8 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

30.3

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Forrest Street Elementary School Black River Falls, WI 7.2
Highland Community School Milwaukee, WI 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mcdill Elementary

What grades does Mcdill Elementary serve?

Mcdill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Mcdill Elementary?

Mcdill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcdill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mcdill Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mcdill Elementary rank in WI?

Mcdill Elementary ranks #820 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Mcdill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mcdill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Mcdill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcdill Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mcdill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mcdill Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

31.3% of students at Mcdill 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Portage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

District

Stevens Point Area Public School District
District Enrollment
6,980
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,976
District Rank
#4 of 16

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