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Rothschild Elementary

Elementary School · D C Everest Area School District

810 1st St, Rothschild, WI 54474

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,001 of 2,105

In Rothschild

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 12

D C Everest Area School District

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Rothschild Elementary

6.7/10

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

Newman Catholic Elementary School at St Mark

6.8/10

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4.8/10

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About Rothschild Elementary

Rothschild Elementary is a public elementary school in Rothschild, WI, part of D C Everest Area School District. Rothschild Elementary serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rothschild Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,001 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Rothschild Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.4 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,829
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Rothschild Elementary — Students at Rothschild Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
46.8%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
64.1%
ELA
48.8%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Rothschild Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
53th percentile in WI
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

Location

810 1st St, Rothschild, WI 54474

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rothschild Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Mountain Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Wausau), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rib Mountain Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Wausau), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT ST MARK (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rothschild, see our Rothschild schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NEWMAN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT ST MARK Rothschild 0.8 mi 6.8
D C Everest Junior High Weston 0.8 mi 4.8
ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Schofield 1.3 mi 3.3
D C Everest High Weston 1.2 mi 4.6
Evergreen Elementary Rothschild 2.9 mi 6.7
D C Everest 4K Community Partnership Rothschild 2.9 mi 3.5
John Marshall Elementary Wausau 3.1 mi 4.9
NORTHLAND LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Kronenwetter 3.3 mi 6.9
Weston Elementary Weston 2.6 mi 6.5
Odyssey Elementary Weston 2.7 mi 5.2
D C Everest Idea School Weston 2.7 mi 7.3
HILLSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wausau 2.7 mi
OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau 3.6 mi
South Mountain Elementary Wausau 2.8 mi 8.7
Wausau Area Virtual Education Wausau 4.2 mi 4.6
Rib Mountain Elementary Wausau 3.6 mi 8.0
Hawthorn Hills Elementary Wausau 4.5 mi 6.5
G D Jones Elementary Wausau 4.3 mi 6.1
Lincoln Elementary Wausau 4.5 mi 6.2
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wausau 4.7 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,125

Median Home Value

$184,200

Median Rent

$934/mo

Population

4,560

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

67.8%

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

37.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Academy of Accelerated Learning Milwaukee, WI 6.7
Bose Elementary Kenosha, WI 6.7
Evergreen Elementary Rothschild, WI 6.7
Evergreen Elementary Waterford, WI 6.7
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center Clear Lake, WI 6.7
Madison Elementary Wauwatosa, WI 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rothschild Elementary

What grades does Rothschild Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Rothschild Elementary?

Rothschild Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rothschild Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rothschild Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rothschild Elementary rank in WI?

Rothschild Elementary ranks #1,001 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Rothschild Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rothschild Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Rothschild Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rothschild Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rothschild Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Rothschild Elementary a Title I school?

No, Rothschild Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

47.1% of students at Rothschild 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Marathon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

District

D C Everest Area School District
District Enrollment
5,954
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,829
District Rank
#5 of 12

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