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Royal Oaks Elementary

Elementary School · Sun Prairie Area School District

501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Enrollment

422

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,184 of 2,105

In Sun Prairie

#7 of 15

public schools

In district

#7 of 15

Sun Prairie Area School District

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Royal Oaks Elementary

6.2/10

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

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6.1/10

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8.4/10

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About Royal Oaks Elementary

Royal Oaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Sun Prairie, WI, part of Sun Prairie Area School District. Royal Oaks Elementary serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Royal Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,184 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Royal Oaks Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-1.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,779
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Royal Oaks Elementary — Students at Royal Oaks Elementary score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (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
90%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
63.1%
ELA
48.3%
2025
Math
52.8%
ELA
49.3%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Royal Oaks Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
44th percentile in WI
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

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

501 S Bird St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Royal Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Token Springs Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadow View Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horizon Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sun Prairie, see our Sun Prairie schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Prairie View Middle Sun Prairie 0.2 mi 6.1
Meadow View Elementary Sun Prairie 0.8 mi 8.4
Westside Elementary Sun Prairie 0.9 mi 4.4
Creekside Elementary Sun Prairie 1.3 mi 6.2
Token Springs Elementary Sun Prairie 1.3 mi 8.5
Sun Prairie West High Sun Prairie 1.0 mi
C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie 1.5 mi 4.6
Horizon Elementary Sun Prairie 1.4 mi 7.8
Sun Prairie Four Kids Sun Prairie 1.5 mi 4.0
PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie 1.7 mi 5.5
POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie 1.6 mi
Prairie Phoenix Academy Sun Prairie 1.7 mi 5.2
Central Heights Middle Sun Prairie 1.7 mi 7.4
Northside Elementary Sun Prairie 1.9 mi 5.2
SACRED HEARTS GRADE SCHOOL Sun Prairie 2.2 mi 6.7
Sun Prairie East High Sun Prairie 2.3 mi 6.2
Eastside Elementary Sun Prairie 2.5 mi 7.5
Patrick Marsh Middle Sun Prairie 3.1 mi 6.2
Sandburg Elementary Madison 4.5 mi 6.1
EASTSIDE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Madison 4.8 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53590 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,497

Median Home Value

$354,700

Median Rent

$1,375/mo

Population

43,965

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

66.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

37.6

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

School Rating
Badger Elementary Appleton, WI 6.2
Creekside Elementary Sun Prairie, WI 6.2
EVERGREEN ACADEMY Racine, WI 6.2
Forest Home Elementary Milwaukee, WI 6.2
Franklin Elementary Manitowoc, WI 6.2
Jackson Elementary Manitowoc, WI 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Royal Oaks Elementary

What grades does Royal Oaks Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Royal Oaks Elementary?

Royal Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Royal Oaks Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Royal Oaks Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Royal Oaks Elementary rank in WI?

Royal Oaks Elementary ranks #1,184 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Royal Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Royal Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Royal Oaks Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Royal Oaks Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Royal Oaks Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Royal Oaks Elementary a Title I school?

No, Royal Oaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

20.4% of students at Royal Oaks 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
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

Sun Prairie Area School District
District Enrollment
8,411
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,779
District Rank
#7 of 15

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