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#1478 of 2,105 schools in WI
Wadewitz Elementary
Elementary School · Racine Unified School District
2700 Yout St, Racine, WI 53404
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,478 of 2,105
In Racine
#6 of 25
public schools
In district
#6 of 25
Racine Unified School District
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Wadewitz Elementary
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About Wadewitz Elementary
Wadewitz Elementary is a public elementary school in Racine, WI, part of Racine Unified School District. Wadewitz Elementary serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wadewitz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,478 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Wadewitz Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Wadewitz Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
46% of students at Wadewitz Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Wadewitz Elementary — Students at Wadewitz Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
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
↓ 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: 6.3/10.
How Wadewitz Elementary Compares
See how Wadewitz Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2700 Yout St, Racine, WI 53404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wadewitz Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Racine, see our Racine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horlick High Racine | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Racine Alternative Learning Racine | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Gilmore Fine Arts School Racine | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Racine | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Racine Youthful Offender Warren Young High Racine | 1.0 mi | 2.7 |
| RACINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Racine | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - VIA Racine | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Walden III High Racine | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI Racine | 1.1 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elementary Racine | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Julian Thomas Elementary Racine | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary Racine | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Red Apple Elementary Racine | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| 21st Century Preparatory School Racine | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Fratt Elementary Racine | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Racine | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Jerstad-Agerholm School Racine | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Park High Racine | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| ST RITA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Racine | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,714
Median Home Value
$126,800
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
12,438
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
49.1%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
28.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Danz Elementary Green Bay, WI | 5.4 |
| King Jr Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 5.4 |
| Ladysmith Elementary Ladysmith, WI | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Elementary Janesville, WI | 5.4 |
| Pratt Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 5.4 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Madison, WI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wadewitz Elementary
What grades does Wadewitz Elementary serve?
Wadewitz Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wadewitz Elementary?
Wadewitz Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wadewitz Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wadewitz Elementary is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wadewitz Elementary rank in WI?
Wadewitz Elementary ranks #1,478 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Wadewitz Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wadewitz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Wadewitz Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wadewitz Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wadewitz Elementary a charter school?
No, Wadewitz Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wadewitz Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wadewitz Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wadewitz Elementary?
81.0% of students at Wadewitz 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
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Racine County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (262) 664-6000
Resources & Links
District
Racine Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 15,963
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,095
- District Rank
- #6 of 25
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