Excellent
#33 of 2,102 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
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Beaver Dam
#1 of 8
public schools
Wisconsin elementary schools
#25 of 1,099
In district
#1 of 8
Beaver Dam Unified School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Prairie View Elementary
Prairie View Elementary is a public PK–5 school in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, serving 351 students. A student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 keeps classes small, and the results show: the school earns a composite score of 9.3/10 — an Exceptional rating — with an academic score of 9.2/10 and a growth score of 9.4/10. Those numbers hold up against the full field.
Prairie View ranks #14 out of 2,102 public schools in Wisconsin, outperforming 99% of schools statewide. The growth score is especially worth noting — it measures how much students advance relative to peers who started at the same level, so a 9.4 signals that Prairie View is accelerating learning, not simply enrolling students who arrived with advantages. Locally, Prairie View ranks first among all eight public schools in Beaver Dam.
For families comparing elementary options in the area, that gap is consistent across both academic attainment and year-over-year student progress. The 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio gives teachers the bandwidth to work at the pace each student needs, which likely contributes to the growth edge the data reflects.
Score Breakdown
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Prairie View Elementary — Students at Prairie View Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
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 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Prairie View Elementary Compares
See how Prairie View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 61% (2019) to 62% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 47% (2019) to 42% (2021).
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 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies (rated 7.7/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Fox Lake), a more accessible option. 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 | 3.9 |
| BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| WAYLAND ACADEMY Beaver Dam | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Beaver Dam Middle Beaver Dam | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Washington Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Wilson Elementary Beaver Dam | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ST STEPHENS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Dodgeland High Juneau | 6.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Dodgeland Elementary Juneau | 6.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Dodgeland Middle Juneau | 6.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juneau | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake | 8.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fox Lake | 8.6 mi | — |
| Meadow View Primary Waupun | 11.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Waupun Correctional Institution Waupun | 11.9 mi | — |
| Waupun Area Senior High Waupun | 11.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Waupun Area Junior High Waupun | 11.9 mi | 5.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Prairie View Elementary has a median household income of $72,704. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $212,200, with a median rent of $932/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 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 |
|---|---|
| Augusta Elementary Augusta, WI | 8.9 |
| Elkhart Lake Elementary/Middle Elkhart Lake, WI | 8.9 |
| Forest Edge Elementary School Fitchburg, WI | 8.9 |
| Luther Elementary Fort Atkinson, WI | 8.9 |
| Eden Elementary Eden, WI | 8.8 |
| Lakeview Elementary Wind Lake, WI | 8.8 |
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 is ranked #33 out of 2,102 schools in WI.
What is Prairie View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie View Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 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 Prairie View Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Prairie View Elementary has 72.4% math proficiency and 61.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (920) 885-7380
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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
Other Schools in This District
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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