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#24 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 1% in state

Park Lawn Elementary

Elementary School · Oconomowoc Area School District

300 Park Lawn St, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Enrollment

387

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#24 of 2,105

In Oconomowoc

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Oconomowoc Area School District

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Park Lawn Elementary

9.4/10

Elementary School in Oconomowoc · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Park Lawn Elementary

Park Lawn Elementary is a public elementary school in Oconomowoc, WI, part of Oconomowoc Area School District. Park Lawn Elementary serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Lawn Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Park Lawn Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.0
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+27.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.1 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+22.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,278
Chronic Absenteeism5.7%

Park Lawn Elementary — Students at Park Lawn Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
76.6%
ELA
71.2%
2025
Math
82%
ELA
76.3%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Park Lawn Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
99th percentile in WI
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 Park Lawn St, Oconomowoc, WI 53066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Lawn Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Summit Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Ixonia Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Ixonia), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Meadow View Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oconomowoc, see our Oconomowoc schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Lake Country Classical Academy Inc Oconomowoc 0.6 mi 9.1
ST PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 0.6 mi 6.4
Greenland Elementary Oconomowoc 1.0 mi 8.6
Oconomowoc High Oconomowoc 1.1 mi 5.9
Silver Lake Intermediate Oconomowoc 1.5 mi 8.8
Nature Hill Intermediate Oconomowoc 2.0 mi 8.0
Meadow View Elementary Oconomowoc 2.8 mi 8.8
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 3.0 mi 5.5
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oconomowoc 3.0 mi 5.5
Summit Elementary Oconomowoc 3.3 mi 9.1
HOLY TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Okauchee 3.1 mi
GENESEE LAKE SCHOOL Oconomowoc 4.7 mi 7.2
ST JOAN OF ARC PARISH SCHOOL Nashotah 4.8 mi 6.8
Stone Bank Elementary Oconomowoc 5.2 mi 8.3
Ixonia Elementary Ixonia 5.4 mi 8.9
ST BRUNO PARISH SCHOOL Dousman 6.8 mi 6.8
LAKE COUNTRY MONTESSORI Nashotah 5.3 mi
Kettle Moraine Middle Dousman 7.1 mi 8.1
Adeline Montessori School Inc Oconomowoc 6.8 mi 4.3
Dousman Elementary Dousman 7.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,348

Median Home Value

$402,800

Median Rent

$1,263/mo

Population

37,056

College Educated

46.9%

Homeownership

77.9%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

46.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Gibraltar Elementary Fish Creek, WI 9.4
Mill Valley Elementary Muskego, WI 9.4
Rib Lake Elementary Rib Lake, WI 9.4
Shorewood Hills Elementary Madison, WI 9.4
College Park Elementary Greendale, WI 9.3
Forest Edge Elementary School Fitchburg, WI 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Lawn Elementary

What grades does Park Lawn Elementary serve?

Park Lawn Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Park Lawn Elementary?

Park Lawn Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Lawn Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Lawn Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park Lawn Elementary rank in WI?

Park Lawn Elementary ranks #24 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Park Lawn Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Lawn Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Park Lawn Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Lawn Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Park Lawn Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Park Lawn Elementary a Title I school?

No, Park Lawn Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

25.8% of students at Park Lawn 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Waukesha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.7%

District

Oconomowoc Area School District
District Enrollment
4,951
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,278
District Rank
#1 of 8

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