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Owen-withee Elementary

Elementary School · Owen-Withee School District

PO Box 417, Owen, WI 54460

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,330 of 2,105

In Owen

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Owen-Withee School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Owen-withee Elementary

5.8/10

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

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5.1/10

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About Owen-withee Elementary

Owen-withee Elementary is a public elementary school in Owen, WI, part of Owen-Withee School District. Owen-withee Elementary serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Owen-withee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,330 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Owen-withee Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below WI schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Owen-withee Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg0 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.8 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,943
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Owen-withee Elementary — Students at Owen-withee Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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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 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
23.6%
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: 3.5/10.

How Owen-withee Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in WI
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

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 CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Thorp), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thorp Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Thorp), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenwood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Greenwood), which scores notably higher. 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 5.1
Owen-Withee Junior High Owen 0.0 mi 5.7
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 7.2
Greenwood High Greenwood 12.8 mi 6.8
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 7.8
Thorp High Thorp 10.5 mi 4.2
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Loyal 15.1 mi
ROCK CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Loyal 14.5 mi
Loyal Elementary Loyal 15.2 mi 7.0

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

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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 ranks #1,330 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Owen-withee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Owen-withee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Owen-withee Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Owen-withee Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

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

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