Very Good
#613 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 29% in state
Sauk Trail Elementary
Elementary School · Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District
2205 Branch St, Middleton, WI 53562
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#613 of 2,105
In Middleton
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Sauk Trail Elementary
Elementary School in Middleton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sauk Trail Elementary
Sauk Trail Elementary is a public elementary school in Middleton, WI, part of Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District. Sauk Trail Elementary serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sauk Trail Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #613 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Sauk Trail Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.5
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Sauk Trail Elementary — Students at Sauk Trail Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Sauk Trail Elementary Compares
See how Sauk Trail Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2205 Branch St, Middleton, WI 53562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sauk Trail Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elm Lawn Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crestwood Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Van Hise Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middleton, see our Middleton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elm Lawn Elementary Middleton | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Kromrey Middle Middleton | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Middleton High Middleton | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Clark Street Community School Middleton | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District 4K Middleton | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Northside Elementary Middleton | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Crestwood Elementary Madison | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Spring Harbor Middle Madison | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Muir Elementary Madison | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Middleton | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School Madison | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| HORIZON HIGH Madison | 2.1 mi | — |
| Stephens Elementary Madison | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Vel Phillips Memorial High School Madison | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Van Hise Elementary Madison | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Hamilton Middle Madison | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Madison | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,241
Median Home Value
$495,600
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
29,488
College Educated
64.8%
Homeownership
55.3%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Butte des Morts Elementary Menasha, WI | 7.6 |
| Cochrane-Fountain City Elementary Fountain City, WI | 7.6 |
| Davey Elementary Eau Claire, WI | 7.6 |
| Eleva-Strum Elementary Strum, WI | 7.6 |
| Emerson Elementary Madison, WI | 7.6 |
| Evans Elementary Fond Du Lac, WI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sauk Trail Elementary
What grades does Sauk Trail Elementary serve?
Sauk Trail Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Sauk Trail Elementary?
Sauk Trail Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sauk Trail Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sauk Trail Elementary is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sauk Trail Elementary rank in WI?
Sauk Trail Elementary ranks #613 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Sauk Trail Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sauk Trail Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Sauk Trail Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sauk Trail Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sauk Trail Elementary a charter school?
No, Sauk Trail Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sauk Trail Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sauk Trail Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sauk Trail Elementary?
39.9% of students at Sauk Trail 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dane County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (608) 829-9190
Resources & Links
District
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District- District Enrollment
- 7,059
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,035
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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