Excellent
#45 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 2% in state
Tibbets Elementary
Elementary School · Elkhorn Area School District
W5218 County Road A, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#45 of 2,105
In Elkhorn
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Elkhorn Area School District
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Tibbets Elementary
Elementary School in Elkhorn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Elkhorn Options Virtual School
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About Tibbets Elementary
Tibbets Elementary is a public elementary school in Elkhorn, WI, part of Elkhorn Area School District. Tibbets Elementary serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tibbets Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Tibbets Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Tibbets Elementary — Students at Tibbets Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Tibbets Elementary Compares
See how Tibbets Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
W5218 County Road A, Elkhorn, WI 53121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tibbets Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie View Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby East Troy), with a comparable rating. Another option is West Side Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 4.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Jackson Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 4.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Elkhorn, see our Elkhorn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elkhorn Options Virtual School Elkhorn | 4.0 mi | 4.7 |
| West Side Elementary Elkhorn | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Elkhorn Area Middle Elkhorn | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Jackson Elementary Elkhorn | 4.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Elkhorn Area High Elkhorn | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Career and College Academy Elkhorn | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| DELAVAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Delavan | 8.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST ANDREW PARISH SCHOOL Delavan | 8.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Little Prairie Primary East Troy | 7.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Palmyra-Eagle High Palmyra | 9.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Palmyra-Eagle Middle Palmyra | 9.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Prairie View Elementary East Troy | 7.4 mi | 8.3 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL East Troy | 7.8 mi | — |
| Delavan-Darien High Delavan | 9.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Delavan Darien Technical School Inc Delavan | 9.0 mi | — |
| East Troy Middle East Troy | 7.9 mi | 6.3 |
| East Troy High East Troy | 7.9 mi | 5.1 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Delavan | 9.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Phoenix Middle Delavan | 9.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Lakeview Elementary Whitewater | 7.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,635
Median Home Value
$287,900
Median Rent
$1,031/mo
Population
18,640
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central - Denison Elementary Lake Geneva, WI | 9.2 |
| Elkhart Lake Elementary/Middle Elkhart Lake, WI | 9.2 |
| Luxemburg-Casco Intermediate Luxemburg, WI | 9.2 |
| Malone Elementary Prescott, WI | 9.2 |
| North Hudson Elementary Hudson, WI | 9.2 |
| Prairie View Elementary Beaver Dam, WI | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tibbets Elementary
What grades does Tibbets Elementary serve?
Tibbets Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tibbets Elementary?
Tibbets Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tibbets Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Tibbets Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tibbets Elementary rank in WI?
Tibbets Elementary ranks #45 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Tibbets Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Tibbets Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Tibbets Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tibbets Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Tibbets Elementary a charter school?
No, Tibbets Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tibbets Elementary a Title I school?
No, Tibbets Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tibbets Elementary?
27.1% of students at Tibbets 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Walworth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.4%
- Phone
- (262) 742-2585
Resources & Links
District
Elkhorn Area School District- District Enrollment
- 3,490
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,131
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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