Waters Elementary

Waters Elementary serves 393 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. With 27 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a comfortable student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. Academically, Waters Elementary performs well above average, earning a 7.3 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 84th percentile statewide at #346 out of 2,112 Wisconsin elementary schools.

Students demonstrate solid achievement with 58% reaching proficiency or above in math and 50% meeting standards in English language arts and reading. This strong academic performance reflects the school's commitment to student success across all grade levels. The school draws families from a stable working-class community where the median household income is $59,938 and home values average $154,800.

With an 11.5% poverty rate, the neighborhood provides a supportive environment for learning, though 22% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating a mix of educational backgrounds among families. Located on Wabash Avenue in this small city of over 42,000 residents, Waters Elementary serves as an integral part of Fond du Lac's educational landscape, providing quality elementary education in a community-centered setting.