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#101 of 2,102 schools in WI

Top 5% in state

Owen-withee Elementary

Elementary School · Owen-Withee School District

PO Box 417, Owen, WI 54460

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Owen

#1 of 3

public schools

Wisconsin elementary schools

#72 of 1,099

In district

#1 of 3

Owen-Withee School District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Exceptional

About Owen-withee Elementary

Owen-withee Elementary is a public elementary school in Owen, WI, part of the Owen-Withee School District. The school serves approximately 216 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 95.2th percentile among WI schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math, 5 points below the state average and 33% in reading/language arts, 18 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $65,260, where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Owen-withee Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+3.6 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.7Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency22%
Math vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.2 pts
Overall Proficiency32%
Expected (poverty-adj.)28%
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.4Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,521

Owen-withee Elementary — Students at Owen-withee Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.4%
School
State
53.0%
ELA Proficiency 33.2%
School
State
50.9%

Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
37%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
54.3%
ELA
42.4%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Owen-withee Elementary Compares

See how Owen-withee Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
95th percentile in WI
Academic
6.7/10
6.7/10
Growth
9.1/10
Above average
Environment
9.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers

Location

PO Box 417, Owen, WI 54460

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Owen-withee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thorp Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Thorp), with a very similar rating. Another option is THORP CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Thorp), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Greenwood Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Greenwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Owen, see our Owen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Owen-Withee High Owen 0.0 mi 4.4
Owen-Withee Junior High Owen 0.0 mi 6.9
BLACK RIVER PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Withee 5.6 mi 3.6
PLEASANT VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Thorp 6.5 mi 4.6
MARLIN BURKHOLDER Curtiss 8.0 mi 4.2
SHADY GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL Curtiss 8.0 mi 4.1
BREEZEWAY SCHOOL Greenwood 11.3 mi
GREEN MEDOW SCHOOL Curtiss 11.0 mi
Greenwood Elementary Greenwood 12.6 mi 6.2
Greenwood High Greenwood 12.8 mi 6.5
PLEASANT VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Greenwood 12.9 mi
CHICKADEE HOLLOW MENNONITE SCHOOL Colby 9.9 mi 4.0
BRUCE MOUND PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Thorp 9.9 mi 4.9
GREEN MEADOW AMISH SCHOOL Greenwood 14.6 mi
THORP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Thorp 10.5 mi 7.8
Thorp Elementary Thorp 10.5 mi 8.5
Thorp High Thorp 10.5 mi 3.4
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Loyal 15.1 mi
ROCK CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Loyal 14.5 mi
Loyal Elementary Loyal 15.2 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,260

Median Home Value

$156,700

Median Rent

$793/mo

Population

2,636

College Educated

10.8%

Homeownership

83.3%

Avg Commute

20.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

41.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Owen-withee Elementary has a median household income of $65,260. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $156,700, with a median rent of $793/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Evans Elementary Fond Du Lac, WI 8.4
Friess Lake Elementary Hubertus, WI 8.4
Parkview Elementary New London, WI 8.4
Wabeno Elementary Wabeno, WI 8.4
Washington Elementary Beaver Dam, WI 8.4
West Side Elementary Reedsburg, WI 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Owen-withee Elementary

What grades does Owen-withee Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Owen-withee Elementary?

Owen-withee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Owen-withee Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Owen-withee Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Owen-withee Elementary rank in WI?

Owen-withee Elementary is ranked #101 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Owen-withee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Owen-withee Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Owen-withee Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Owen-withee Elementary has 48.4% math proficiency and 33.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Owen-withee Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Owen-withee Elementary a Title I school?

No, Owen-withee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owen-withee Elementary?

57.9% of students at Owen-withee 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
67 Bikeable
County Safety
Average (348/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Clark County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Owen-Withee School District
District Enrollment
463
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,943
District Rank
#1 of 3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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