Mendota Elementary

Mendota Elementary serves 280 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Madison, Wisconsin, offering a well-regarded educational experience with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. The school ranks #299 out of 2,112 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 86th percentile among Wisconsin schools. With 29 full-time equivalent teachers, Mendota Elementary maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, allowing for more individualized attention and support for each child.

This smaller class environment can be particularly beneficial for young learners developing foundational academic and social skills. The school serves families in the 53704 ZIP code area, a community where nearly half of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting a strong commitment to education. The neighborhood's median household income of $71,609 and median home value of $268,400 indicate a stable, middle-class community.

With a poverty rate of 12.7%, the area maintains economic diversity while providing a supportive environment for learning. Located on School Road in Madison, Mendota Elementary sits within Wisconsin's capital city, giving families access to the resources and opportunities that come with a large urban setting while maintaining the focused, community-oriented atmosphere of a neighborhood elementary school.

While current test scores at Mendota Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, Mendota Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.