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#132 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 6% in state

Section Elementary

Elementary School · Mukwonago School District

W318S8430 County Road EE, Mukwonago, WI 53149

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#132 of 2,105

In Mukwonago

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Mukwonago School District

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Section Elementary

8.8/10

Elementary School in Mukwonago · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rolling Hills Elementary

8.9/10

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Mukwonago High

5.0/10

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About Section Elementary

Section Elementary is a public elementary school in Mukwonago, WI, part of Mukwonago School District. Section Elementary serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Section Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Section Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+31.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.1 pts
Overall Proficiency85% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+18.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,165
Chronic Absenteeism3.5%

Section Elementary — Students at Section Elementary score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 79.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 36 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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
69.2%
ELA
68.4%
2025
Math
86%
ELA
83.3%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Section Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in WI
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.5%

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

W318S8430 County Road EE, Mukwonago, WI 53149

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Section Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rolling Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wales Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Wales), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Prairie View Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby North Prairie), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mukwonago, see our Mukwonago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Rolling Hills Elementary Mukwonago 1.1 mi 8.9
Mukwonago High Mukwonago 2.1 mi 5.0
Prairie View Elementary North Prairie 2.7 mi 8.3
ST JOHNS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mukwonago 2.3 mi 4.0
NATURES CLASSROOM INSTITUTE & MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mukwonago 2.2 mi
Park View Middle Mukwonago 2.7 mi 7.3
District 4K Mukwonago 2.9 mi 3.1
Clarendon Avenue Elementary Mukwonago 3.0 mi 8.3
Eagleville Charter School Eagle 3.5 mi 8.2
MUKWONAGO BAPTIST ACADEMY Mukwonago 4.4 mi
Magee Elementary Genesee Depot 5.3 mi 7.4
Eagle Elementary Eagle 4.2 mi 6.4
BLOOM360 LEARNING COMMUNITY East Troy 5.9 mi
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL East Troy 7.0 mi 6.1
ST PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Troy 7.3 mi
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL East Troy 7.3 mi
East Troy High East Troy 7.5 mi 5.1
East Troy Middle East Troy 7.6 mi 6.3
Kettle Moraine Explore Wales 7.9 mi 7.2
Wales Elementary Wales 7.9 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,653

Median Home Value

$384,600

Median Rent

$1,100/mo

Population

19,601

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

86.1%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

2.6%

Median Age

42.4

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Cedar Grove-Belgium Elementary Cedar Grove, WI 8.8
Horicon Elementary School Horicon, WI 8.8
Leonardo da Vinci School for Gifted Learners Green Bay, WI 8.8
Maple Avenue Elementary Sussex, WI 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Section Elementary

What grades does Section Elementary serve?

Section Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Section Elementary?

Section Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Section Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Section Elementary is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Section Elementary rank in WI?

Section Elementary ranks #132 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Section Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Section Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Section Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Section Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Section Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Section Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

10.2% of students at Section 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
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Waukesha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.5%

District

Mukwonago School District
District Enrollment
4,918
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,165
District Rank
#2 of 9

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