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#404 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 19% in state

Stoner Prairie Elementary

Elementary School · Verona Area School District

5830 Devoro Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53711

Enrollment

385

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#404 of 2,105

In Fitchburg

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

Verona Area School District

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Stoner Prairie Elementary

8.1/10

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

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7.5/10

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About Stoner Prairie Elementary

Stoner Prairie Elementary is a public elementary school in Fitchburg, WI, part of Verona Area School District. Stoner Prairie Elementary serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stoner Prairie Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #404 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Stoner Prairie Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.9 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,445
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Stoner Prairie Elementary — Students at Stoner Prairie Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 54.0% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
47.7%
ELA
48.4%
2025
Math
63.5%
ELA
66.1%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Stoner Prairie Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
81th percentile in WI
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

Location

5830 Devoro Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stoner Prairie Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thoreau Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Another option is Huegel Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EAGLE SCHOOL OF MADISON (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fitchburg, see our Fitchburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Savanna Oaks Middle Fitchburg 0.2 mi 7.5
EAGLE SCHOOL OF MADISON Madison 1.4 mi 7.8
Leopold Elementary Madison 2.1 mi 4.8
Cherokee Heights Middle Madison 2.6 mi 6.7
ST MARIA GORETTI Madison 2.4 mi 6.2
Orchard Ridge Elementary Madison 2.4 mi 7.5
Toki Middle Madison 2.4 mi 7.0
Thoreau Elementary Madison 2.9 mi 8.3
Huegel Elementary Madison 2.4 mi 7.9
CAPITOLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 2.5 mi
GREENWAY CROSSING MONTESSORI Madison 2.9 mi
Cesar Chavez Elementary Madison 2.6 mi 6.5
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Madison 3.3 mi
Midvale Elementary Madison 3.6 mi 7.4
WINGRA SCHOOL Madison 3.6 mi 7.8
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School Madison 3.2 mi 7.5
OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Madison 3.8 mi 6.0
EDGEWOOD CAMPUS SCHOOL Madison 4.0 mi 6.0
Hamilton Middle Madison 4.2 mi 7.5
EDGEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Madison 4.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,236

Median Home Value

$387,600

Median Rent

$1,357/mo

Population

50,474

College Educated

66%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Brillion Elementary Brillion, WI 8.1
Chippewa Valley Montessori Charter School Eau Claire, WI 8.1
Coolidge Elementary Neenah, WI 8.1
Cuba City Elementary Cuba City, WI 8.1
Edgar Elementary Edgar, WI 8.1
Janssen Elementary Combined Locks, WI 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stoner Prairie Elementary

What grades does Stoner Prairie Elementary serve?

Stoner Prairie Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Stoner Prairie Elementary?

Stoner Prairie Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stoner Prairie Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stoner Prairie Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stoner Prairie Elementary rank in WI?

Stoner Prairie Elementary ranks #404 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Stoner Prairie Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stoner Prairie Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Stoner Prairie Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stoner Prairie Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stoner Prairie Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stoner Prairie Elementary a Title I school?

No, Stoner Prairie Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

30.9% of students at Stoner Prairie 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
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

District

Verona Area School District
District Enrollment
5,794
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,445
District Rank
#3 of 11

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