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#405 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 19% in state

Summit View Elementary

Elementary School · Waukesha School District

2100 Summit Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188

Enrollment

450

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#405 of 2,105

In Waukesha

#7 of 27

public schools

In district

#6 of 26

Waukesha School District

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Summit View Elementary

8.1/10

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

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4.8/10

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7.6/10

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About Summit View Elementary

Summit View Elementary is a public elementary school in Waukesha, WI, part of Waukesha School District. Summit View Elementary serves approximately 450 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Summit View Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+20.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.7 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,969
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

Summit View Elementary — Students at Summit View Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 57.0% (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
93%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
61.5%
ELA
52.8%
2025
Math
74.7%
ELA
65.9%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Summit View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
81th percentile in WI
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

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

2100 Summit Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Meadowbrook Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Waukesha STEM Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waukesha, see our Waukesha schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
North High Waukesha 0.4 mi 4.8
Lowell Elementary Waukesha 0.6 mi 7.6
MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waukesha 0.9 mi 5.9
Hawthorne Elementary Waukesha 0.7 mi 8.0
Butler Middle Waukesha 0.9 mi 6.7
Bethesda Elementary Waukesha 1.6 mi 7.3
WAUKESHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waukesha 1.3 mi 5.7
Riverview School Waukesha 1.6 mi
Meadowbrook Elementary Waukesha 1.9 mi 8.8
eAchieve Elementary Waukesha 1.9 mi 6.4
eAchieve Academy - Wisconsin Waukesha 1.9 mi 3.7
Les Paul Middle Waukesha 1.8 mi 7.9
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waukesha 1.9 mi 6.2
White Rock School Waukesha 2.0 mi 8.1
Waukesha East Alternative School Waukesha 2.0 mi 6.2
White Rock Campus Waukesha 2.0 mi 5.4
Waukesha Transition Academy Waukesha 2.0 mi 5.2
La Casa de Esperanza Charter School Waukesha 2.1 mi 8.2
Waukesha STEM Academy Waukesha 2.4 mi 8.4
Prairie Elementary Waukesha 3.0 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,656

Median Home Value

$317,300

Median Rent

$1,235/mo

Population

34,290

College Educated

43.1%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit View Elementary

What grades does Summit View Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Summit View Elementary?

Summit View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 450 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit View Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Summit View Elementary is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summit View Elementary rank in WI?

Summit View Elementary ranks #405 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Summit View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit View 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 Summit View Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit View Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Summit View Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Summit View Elementary a Title I school?

No, Summit View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

32.2% of students at Summit View 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
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
450
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Waukesha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

Waukesha School District
District Enrollment
11,318
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,969
District Rank
#6 of 26

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