Thoreau Elementary

Thoreau Elementary serves 398 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Madison, Wisconsin, offering a strong academic foundation with a favorable 11.7-to-1 student-teacher ratio. With 34 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides personalized attention that supports student learning and development. The school has earned recognition for its academic performance, ranking #305 out of 2,112 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 86th percentile among Wisconsin schools.

This achievement reflects the dedication of both staff and students in creating a successful learning environment. MySchoolScout rates Thoreau Elementary 7.1 out of 10, indicating solid overall performance. Located on Nakoma Road, Thoreau Elementary sits in an affluent Madison neighborhood where families value education highly.

The surrounding community in the 53711 ZIP code has a median household income of $98,161 and a median home value of $369,300. Particularly notable is that 66% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, creating an environment where educational achievement is emphasized. With a low poverty rate of 9.5%, the community provides stable support for student success.

Thoreau Elementary operates within Madison's large city setting while serving a well-educated, economically stable neighborhood that prioritizes academic excellence and student achievement.