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#321 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 15% in state

Sugar Creek Elementary

Elementary School · Verona Area School District

740 N Main Street, Verona, WI 53593

Enrollment

683

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#321 of 2,105

In Verona

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 11

Verona Area School District

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Sugar Creek Elementary

8.3/10

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

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Nearby

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About Sugar Creek Elementary

Sugar Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Verona, WI, part of Verona Area School District. Sugar Creek Elementary serves approximately 683 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sugar Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #321 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Sugar Creek Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,445
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Sugar Creek Elementary — Students at Sugar Creek Elementary score 58% 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

31%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (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
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
34%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
60.6%
ELA
50.4%
2025
Math
58.6%
ELA
56.5%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Sugar Creek Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
85th percentile in WI
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Location

740 N Main Street, Verona, WI 53593

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sugar Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Verona Area International School (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HICKORY HILL ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Olson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Verona, see our Verona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Early Childhood Verona 0.2 mi
New Century School Verona 0.3 mi 7.9
Verona Area International School Verona 0.3 mi 8.6
Core Knowledge Charter School Verona 0.3 mi 7.3
Badger Ridge Middle Verona 0.3 mi 6.3
Country View Elementary Verona 0.6 mi 7.3
Verona Area K4 Verona 0.6 mi 3.8
Verona Area High Verona 1.4 mi 5.5
Glacier Edge Elementary Verona 1.8 mi 7.8
KING'S KIDS ACADEMY Madison 2.4 mi
Cesar Chavez Elementary Madison 1.9 mi 6.5
HICKORY HILL ACADEMY Madison 2.6 mi 8.6
CAPITOLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 2.0 mi
Olson Elementary Verona 3.1 mi 8.5
Huegel Elementary Madison 3.0 mi 7.9
ST AMBROSE ACADEMY Madison 4.0 mi 6.8
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School Madison 3.6 mi 7.5
MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison 4.0 mi 8.5
Orchard Ridge Elementary Madison 3.9 mi 7.5
Toki Middle Madison 3.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53593 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,699

Median Home Value

$464,700

Median Rent

$1,530/mo

Population

29,479

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

37.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Allenton Elementary Allenton, WI 8.3
Auburndale Elementary Auburndale, WI 8.3
Burleigh Elementary Brookfield, WI 8.3
Caddie Woodlawn Elementary Durand, WI 8.3
Clarendon Avenue Elementary Mukwonago, WI 8.3
Clintonville Elementary School Clintonville, WI 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sugar Creek Elementary

What grades does Sugar Creek Elementary serve?

Sugar Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sugar Creek Elementary?

Sugar Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 683 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sugar Creek Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sugar Creek Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sugar Creek Elementary rank in WI?

Sugar Creek Elementary ranks #321 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Sugar Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sugar Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Sugar Creek Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sugar Creek Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sugar Creek Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sugar Creek Elementary a Title I school?

No, Sugar Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

31.0% of students at Sugar Creek 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

District

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

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