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#1682 of 2,105 schools in WI

Nicolet Elementary

Elementary School · Green Bay Area Public School District

1309 Elm St, Green Bay, WI 54302

Enrollment

310

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,682 of 2,105

In Green Bay

#37 of 57

public schools

In district

#25 of 42

Green Bay Area Public School District

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Nicolet Elementary

4.8/10

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

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About Nicolet Elementary

Nicolet Elementary is a public elementary school in Green Bay, WI, part of Green Bay Area Public School District. Nicolet Elementary serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Nicolet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,682 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Nicolet Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Nicolet 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 Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-34.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,394
Chronic Absenteeism40.3%

Nicolet Elementary — Students at Nicolet Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 20.4% (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
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
26%
ELA
12%
2012
Math
16%
ELA
7%
2013
Math
16%
ELA
7%
2014
Math
8%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
7%
2016
Math
7%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
7%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
18.1%
ELA
10%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
26.3%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Nicolet Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
20th percentile in WI
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

Location

1309 Elm St, Green Bay, WI 54302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nicolet Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leonardo da Vinci School for Gifted Learners (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fort Howard Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aldo Leopold Community School K-8 (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Green Bay, see our Green Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
East High Green Bay 0.4 mi 3.5
Bay View Green Bay 0.3 mi
Dr Rosa Minoka-Hill School Green Bay 0.3 mi 5.2
Washington Middle Green Bay 0.6 mi 3.3
Sullivan Elementary Green Bay 0.7 mi 4.1
John Dewey Academy of Learning Green Bay 0.7 mi 7.0
Northeast Wisconsin School of Innovation Green Bay 0.7 mi 5.7
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay 0.9 mi 6.3
Leonardo da Vinci School for Gifted Learners Green Bay 0.8 mi 8.8
GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDUCATION, INC. Green Bay 1.1 mi 6.0
Howe Elementary Green Bay 1.1 mi 3.8
Green Bay Head Start Green Bay 1.7 mi 3.7
Danz Elementary Green Bay 1.3 mi 5.4
Eisenhower Elementary Green Bay 1.7 mi 4.5
Aldo Leopold Community School K-8 Green Bay 1.5 mi 6.9
ST BERNARD GRADE SCHOOL-GRACE Green Bay 1.7 mi 6.5
Fort Howard Elementary Green Bay 1.5 mi 7.3
Preble High Green Bay 1.6 mi 4.3
GBAPS Community 4K Site Green Bay 1.5 mi 3.6
Jefferson Head Start Learning Center Green Bay 1.7 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,772

Median Home Value

$164,500

Median Rent

$881/mo

Population

31,426

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

49.9%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

33.2

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Holmes Elementary Milwaukee, WI 4.8
Humke Elementary Nekoosa, WI 4.8
Jackson Elementary Milwaukee, WI 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nicolet Elementary

What grades does Nicolet Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Nicolet Elementary?

Nicolet Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nicolet Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Nicolet Elementary is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Nicolet Elementary rank in WI?

Nicolet Elementary ranks #1,682 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Nicolet Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Nicolet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Nicolet Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Nicolet Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Nicolet Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Nicolet Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

90.0% of students at Nicolet 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.3%

District

Green Bay Area Public School District
District Enrollment
18,579
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,394
District Rank
#25 of 42

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