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#447 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 21% in state

Sandhill Elementary

Elementary School · Stoughton Area School District

1920 Lincoln Ave, Stoughton, WI 53589

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#447 of 2,105

In Stoughton

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Stoughton Area School District

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Sandhill Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in Stoughton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sandhill Elementary

Sandhill Elementary is a public elementary school in Stoughton, WI, part of Stoughton Area School District. Sandhill Elementary serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandhill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Sandhill Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+20.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,373
Chronic Absenteeism22.2%

Sandhill Elementary — Students at Sandhill Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
52.6%
ELA
40.8%
2025
Math
74.6%
ELA
61%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Sandhill Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
79th percentile in WI
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

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

1920 Lincoln Ave, Stoughton, WI 53589

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sandhill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Conrad Elvehjem Primary School (rated 7.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Mcfarland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Fox Prairie Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Stoughton, see our Stoughton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Stoughton High Stoughton 0.9 mi 5.4
ST ANN SCHOOL Stoughton 1.1 mi 7.7
Fox Prairie Elementary Stoughton 1.6 mi 7.1
River Bluff Middle Stoughton 1.5 mi 5.8
SASD 4K Stoughton 1.6 mi 3.5
Kegonsa Elementary Stoughton 2.2 mi 6.9
Conrad Elvehjem Primary School Mcfarland 5.8 mi 7.2
4K McFarland Mcfarland 5.8 mi 3.3
McFarland High Mcfarland 6.0 mi 5.7
Indian Mound Middle Mcfarland 5.9 mi 7.4
Waubesa Intermediate Mcfarland 6.4 mi 7.1
Wisconsin Virtual Academy K-8 (WIVA) Mcfarland 6.3 mi 4.2
Wisconsin Virtual Academy High (WIVA) Mcfarland 6.3 mi 4.6
Destinations Career Academy of Wisconsin High Mcfarland 6.3 mi 4.3
Insight School of Wisconsin High Mcfarland 6.3 mi 6.1
UTICA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stoughton 6.0 mi 5.3
Oregon High Oregon 6.8 mi 5.9
Milestone Democratic School Madison 9.0 mi 7.3
THREE ANGELS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 8.9 mi
Oregon Middle Oregon 7.2 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53589 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,509

Median Home Value

$318,300

Median Rent

$1,150/mo

Population

19,684

College Educated

40.3%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

44.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Addison Elementary Hartford, WI 8.0
Belleville Elementary Belleville, WI 8.0
Cadott Elementary Cadott, WI 8.0
Chappell Elementary Green Bay, WI 8.0
Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha, WI 8.0
Country Dale Elementary Franklin, WI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sandhill Elementary

What grades does Sandhill Elementary serve?

Sandhill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sandhill Elementary?

Sandhill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandhill Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sandhill 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 Sandhill Elementary rank in WI?

Sandhill Elementary ranks #447 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Sandhill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sandhill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Sandhill Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandhill Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sandhill Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sandhill Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

32.2% of students at Sandhill 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.2%

District

Stoughton Area School District
District Enrollment
2,769
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,373
District Rank
#1 of 6

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