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#129 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 6% in state

Swallow Elementary

Elementary School · Swallow School District

W299N5614 County Road E, Hartland, WI 53029

Enrollment

445

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#129 of 2,105

In Hartland

#1 of 6

public schools

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Swallow Elementary

8.8/10

Elementary School in Hartland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Swallow Elementary

Swallow Elementary is a public elementary school in Hartland, WI, part of Swallow School District. Swallow Elementary serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Swallow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Swallow Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above WI schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • 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-0.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency88.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+36.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+37.6 pts
Overall Proficiency90% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)71% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+19.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,961
Chronic Absenteeism4.3%

Swallow Elementary — Students at Swallow Elementary score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 77.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 40 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
69.1%
ELA
67.6%
2025
Math
90.5%
ELA
88.8%

* 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 Swallow Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in WI
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
2%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.3%

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

W299N5614 County Road E, Hartland, WI 53029

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Swallow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Country School (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CHRISTIAN EDUCATION LEADERSHIP ACADEMU (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Pewaukee), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Merton Primary (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Merton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hartland, see our Hartland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Arrowhead High Hartland 0.3 mi 6.3
ST CHARLES PARISH SCHOOL Hartland 0.9 mi 6.8
North Elementary Hartland 0.9 mi 7.8
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartland 1.3 mi
DIVINE REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hartland 1.8 mi 6.0
South Elementary Hartland 2.3 mi 8.3
North Shore Middle Hartland 2.5 mi 8.6
Merton Primary Merton 2.2 mi 8.4
Merton Intermediate Merton 2.3 mi 7.8
North Lake Elementary North Lake 2.7 mi 8.4
UNIVERSITY LAKE SCHOOL Hartland 2.6 mi 7.5
Lake Country School Hartland 2.6 mi 8.6
AUGUSTINE ACADEMY Hartland 4.1 mi 7.4
LAKE COUNTRY MONTESSORI Nashotah 3.4 mi
Richmond Elementary Sussex 3.4 mi 8.1
ST ANTHONY ON THE LAKE Pewaukee 4.7 mi 5.6
PRAIRIE HILL WALDORF SCHOOL Pewaukee 5.0 mi 7.0
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION LEADERSHIP ACADEMU Pewaukee 3.8 mi 8.6
ST JOAN OF ARC PARISH SCHOOL Nashotah 4.1 mi 6.8
Stone Bank Elementary Oconomowoc 4.1 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53029 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,778

Median Home Value

$449,800

Median Rent

$1,126/mo

Population

21,420

College Educated

49.4%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

44.4

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

School Rating
Abraham Lincoln Elementary Monroe, WI 8.8
Bay Harbor Elementary Suamico, WI 8.8
Cedar Grove-Belgium Elementary Cedar Grove, WI 8.8
Horicon Elementary School Horicon, WI 8.8
Leonardo da Vinci School for Gifted Learners Green Bay, WI 8.8
Maple Avenue Elementary Sussex, WI 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Swallow Elementary

What grades does Swallow Elementary serve?

Swallow Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Swallow Elementary?

Swallow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Swallow Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Swallow Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Swallow Elementary rank in WI?

Swallow Elementary ranks #129 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Swallow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Swallow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Swallow Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Swallow Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Swallow Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Swallow Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

2.2% of students at Swallow 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Waukesha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.3%

District

Swallow School District
District Enrollment
445
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,961
District Rank
#1 of 1

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