Very Good
#533 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 25% in state
Tainter Elementary
Elementary School · Rice Lake Area School District
2201 Carrie Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#533 of 2,105
In Rice Lake
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Rice Lake Area School District
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Tainter Elementary
Tainter Elementary is a public elementary school in Rice Lake, WI, part of Rice Lake Area School District. Tainter Elementary serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tainter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #533 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Tainter Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.0
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Tainter Elementary — Students at Tainter Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.7/10.
How Tainter Elementary Compares
See how Tainter Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2201 Carrie Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tainter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilltop Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Roselawn Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Chetek), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Haugen Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Haugen), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rice Lake, see our Rice Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| REDEEMER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rice Lake | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Rice Lake | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Rice Lake High Rice Lake | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Rice Lake Middle Rice Lake | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Hilltop Elementary Rice Lake | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Hilltop Day Care and Preschool Rice Lake | 2.0 mi | — |
| Cameron Elementary Cameron | 4.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Cameron Middle Cameron | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
| North Star Academy Cameron | 5.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Cameron High Cameron | 5.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Cameron Academy of Virtual Education Cameron | 5.3 mi | 4.5 |
| BARRON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Barron | 7.4 mi | — |
| Barron High Barron | 8.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Advanced Learning Academy of Wisconsin Barron | 8.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Haugen Elementary Haugen | 9.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Woodland Elementary Barron | 8.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Riverview Middle Barron | 8.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Roselawn Elementary Chetek | 11.4 mi | 8.2 |
| PLEASANT VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Chetek | 11.9 mi | — |
| Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Middle Chetek | 11.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 54868 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,567
Median Home Value
$199,300
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
16,054
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
15.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amherst Elementary Amherst, WI | 7.8 |
| Banting Elementary Waukesha, WI | 7.8 |
| Bay View Montessori School Milwaukee, WI | 7.8 |
| Bryant Elementary Superior, WI | 7.8 |
| Cedar Hills Elementary Oak Creek, WI | 7.8 |
| Denmark Elementary Denmark, WI | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tainter Elementary
What grades does Tainter Elementary serve?
Tainter Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Tainter Elementary?
Tainter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tainter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tainter Elementary is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tainter Elementary rank in WI?
Tainter Elementary ranks #533 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Tainter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tainter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Tainter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tainter Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Tainter Elementary a charter school?
No, Tainter Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tainter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tainter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tainter Elementary?
56.3% of students at Tainter 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Barron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.6%
- Phone
- (715) 234-8065
Resources & Links
District
Rice Lake Area School District- District Enrollment
- 2,177
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,081
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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