Excellent
#40 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 2% in state
Prairie View Elementary
Elementary School · Beaver Dam Unified School District
510 N Crystal Lake Rd, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#40 of 2,105
In Beaver Dam
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Beaver Dam Unified School District
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Prairie View Elementary
Prairie View Elementary is a public elementary school in Beaver Dam, WI, part of Beaver Dam Unified School District. Prairie View Elementary serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Prairie View Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Prairie View Elementary — Students at Prairie View Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.8/10.
How Prairie View Elementary Compares
See how Prairie View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
510 N Crystal Lake Rd, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wilson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beaver Dam, see our Beaver Dam schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Dam High Beaver Dam | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| WAYLAND ACADEMY Beaver Dam | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Beaver Dam Middle Beaver Dam | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Wilson Elementary Beaver Dam | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ST STEPHENS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Dodgeland High Juneau | 6.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Dodgeland Elementary Juneau | 6.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Dodgeland Middle Juneau | 6.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juneau | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake | 8.5 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fox Lake | 8.6 mi | — |
| Meadow View Primary Waupun | 11.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Waupun Correctional Institution Waupun | 11.9 mi | — |
| Waupun Area Senior High Waupun | 11.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Waupun Area Junior High Waupun | 11.9 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,704
Median Home Value
$212,200
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
22,956
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eden Elementary Eden, WI | 9.2 |
| Elkhart Lake Elementary/Middle Elkhart Lake, WI | 9.2 |
| Fall River Elementary Fall River, WI | 9.2 |
| Malone Elementary Prescott, WI | 9.2 |
| North Hudson Elementary Hudson, WI | 9.2 |
| Stormonth Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie View Elementary
What grades does Prairie View Elementary serve?
Prairie View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Prairie View Elementary?
Prairie View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie View 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 Prairie View Elementary rank in WI?
Prairie View Elementary ranks #40 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Prairie View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Prairie View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prairie View Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Prairie View Elementary a charter school?
No, Prairie View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Prairie View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie View Elementary?
45.6% of students at Prairie View 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dodge County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 2.8%
- Phone
- (920) 885-7380
Resources & Links
District
Beaver Dam Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 3,061
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,819
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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