Excellent
#148 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 7% in state
Waller Elementary
Elementary School · Burlington Area School District
195 Gardner Ave, Burlington, WI 53105
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#148 of 2,105
In Burlington
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Burlington Area School District
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Waller Elementary
Waller Elementary is a public elementary school in Burlington, WI, part of Burlington Area School District. Waller Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Waller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Waller Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Waller Elementary — Students at Waller Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.6%
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
→ 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: 8.5/10.
How Waller Elementary Compares
See how Waller Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
195 Gardner Ave, Burlington, WI 53105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waller Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Star Center Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), with a very similar rating. Another option is Winkler Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dyer Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Burlington | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BURLINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Burlington | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Karcher Middle School Burlington | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Cooper Montessori Burlington | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Dyer Elementary Burlington | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burlington | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Winkler Elementary Burlington | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Lyons Center Elementary Burlington | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington | 6.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Woodfield Elementary Waterford | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Evergreen Elementary Waterford | 7.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Waterford High Waterford | 7.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Fox River Middle Waterford | 7.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Randall Consolidated School Burlington | 8.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Trailside Elementary Waterford | 8.2 mi | 6.8 |
| MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva | 7.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Lakewood Elementary Twin Lakes | 10.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Star Center Elementary Lake Geneva | 9.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Maple Park Charter School Lake Geneva | 9.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,798
Median Home Value
$295,100
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
29,051
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barneveld Elementary Barneveld, WI | 8.7 |
| Canterbury Elementary Greendale, WI | 8.7 |
| Edgerton Elementary Hales Corners, WI | 8.7 |
| Kohler Elementary Kohler, WI | 8.7 |
| Lincoln Elementary Wauwatosa, WI | 8.7 |
| South Mountain Elementary Wausau, WI | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waller Elementary
What grades does Waller Elementary serve?
Waller Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Waller Elementary?
Waller Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waller Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Waller Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waller Elementary rank in WI?
Waller Elementary ranks #148 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Waller Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Waller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Waller Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waller Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Waller Elementary a charter school?
No, Waller Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waller Elementary a Title I school?
No, Waller Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waller Elementary?
44.6% of students at Waller 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Racine County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.3%
- Phone
- (262) 763-0185
Resources & Links
District
Burlington Area School District- District Enrollment
- 2,919
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,489
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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