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#1906 of 2,105 schools in WI

Sullivan Elementary

Elementary School · Green Bay Area Public School District

1567 Deckner Ave, Green Bay, WI 54302

Enrollment

637

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,906 of 2,105

In Green Bay

#46 of 57

public schools

In district

#32 of 42

Green Bay Area Public School District

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4.1/10

Elementary School in Green Bay · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sullivan Elementary

Sullivan Elementary is a public elementary school in Green Bay, WI, part of Green Bay Area Public School District. Sullivan Elementary serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sullivan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,906 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Sullivan Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Sullivan Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-37.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-33.9 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,394
Chronic Absenteeism38.3%

Sullivan Elementary — Students at Sullivan Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 22.9% (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
75%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
19%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
23%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
23.4%
ELA
12%
2025
Math
16.6%
ELA
17.3%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Sullivan Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
10th percentile in WI
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

Location

1567 Deckner Ave, Green Bay, WI 54302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sullivan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leonardo da Vinci School for Gifted Learners (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fort Howard Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Aldo Leopold Community School K-8 (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Green Bay, see our Green Bay schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
East High Green Bay 0.3 mi 3.5
GREEN BAY AREA CATHOLIC EDUCATION, INC. Green Bay 0.4 mi 6.0
Washington Middle Green Bay 0.4 mi 3.3
Nicolet Elementary Green Bay 0.7 mi 4.8
Bay View Green Bay 0.8 mi
Dr Rosa Minoka-Hill School Green Bay 0.8 mi 5.2
Eisenhower Elementary Green Bay 1.0 mi 4.5
Green Bay Head Start Green Bay 1.0 mi 3.7
ST BERNARD GRADE SCHOOL-GRACE Green Bay 1.0 mi 6.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Green Bay 0.9 mi 6.3
Danz Elementary Green Bay 1.0 mi 5.4
John Dewey Academy of Learning Green Bay 1.1 mi 7.0
Northeast Wisconsin School of Innovation Green Bay 1.1 mi 5.7
Preble High Green Bay 1.1 mi 4.3
Leonardo da Vinci School for Gifted Learners Green Bay 1.2 mi 8.8
Howe Elementary Green Bay 1.3 mi 3.8
Martin Elementary Green Bay 1.6 mi 6.1
Aldo Leopold Community School K-8 Green Bay 1.5 mi 6.9
GBAPS Community 4K Site Green Bay 1.9 mi 3.6
Fort Howard Elementary Green Bay 2.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,772

Median Home Value

$164,500

Median Rent

$881/mo

Population

31,426

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

49.9%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.3%

Median Age

33.2

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Doerfler Elementary Milwaukee, WI 4.0
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Greenfield Bilingual Milwaukee, WI 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sullivan Elementary

What grades does Sullivan Elementary serve?

Sullivan Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sullivan Elementary?

Sullivan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sullivan Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sullivan Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sullivan Elementary rank in WI?

Sullivan Elementary ranks #1,906 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Sullivan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sullivan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Sullivan Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sullivan Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sullivan Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sullivan Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

81.5% of students at Sullivan 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
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

District

Green Bay Area Public School District
District Enrollment
18,579
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,394
District Rank
#32 of 42

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