Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary

Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary serves 263 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in the rural community of Hazel Green, Wisconsin. With 24 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 11.0:1, allowing for more individualized attention and smaller class sizes that many families value. The school has earned recognition for its academic performance, ranking #217 out of 2,112 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 90th percentile among Wisconsin schools.

This strong ranking reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence and suggests students are receiving quality instruction across grade levels. Located in Grant County, Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary draws families from a stable community where the median household income is $74,476 and median home values are $220,500. About one-third of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating a community that values education.

The poverty rate of 14.1% shows the area serves families from diverse economic backgrounds. The school's rural setting in Hazel Green provides students with a close-knit community atmosphere where educators can build meaningful relationships with families. This small-town environment often fosters strong school-community connections and allows students to benefit from personalized attention in their formative elementary years.

Located in a rural area, Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.