Excellent
#170 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 8% in state
Wilson Elementary
Elementary School · Beaver Dam Unified School District
405 W Third St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#170 of 2,105
In Beaver Dam
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Beaver Dam Unified School District
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Wilson Elementary
Wilson Elementary is a public elementary school in Beaver Dam, WI, part of Beaver Dam Unified School District. Wilson Elementary serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Wilson Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Wilson Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Wilson Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Wilson Elementary — Students at Wilson Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
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: 8.2/10.
How Wilson Elementary Compares
See how Wilson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 W Third St, Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Prairie View Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Washington Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Beaver Dam, see our Beaver Dam schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST STEPHENS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Beaver Dam Middle Beaver Dam | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL SCHOOL Beaver Dam | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Washington Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| WAYLAND ACADEMY Beaver Dam | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Beaver Dam | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| BDUSD4Kids Beaver Dam | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Beaver Dam High Beaver Dam | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Prairie View Elementary Beaver Dam | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| School for Agricultural and Environmental Studies Fox Lake | 8.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fox Lake | 8.1 mi | — |
| Dodgeland High Juneau | 7.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Dodgeland Elementary Juneau | 7.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Dodgeland Middle Juneau | 7.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Juneau | 8.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Randolph Elementary Randolph | 9.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Randolph High Randolph | 9.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Randolph Middle School Randolph | 9.7 mi | 7.5 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Randolph | 10.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53916 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,704
Median Home Value
$212,200
Median Rent
$932/mo
Population
22,956
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
63.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
43.3
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| CHRISTIAN EDUCATION LEADERSHIP ACADEMU Pewaukee, WI | 8.6 |
| HICKORY HILL ACADEMY Madison, WI | 8.6 |
| Iron River Elementary Iron River, WI | 8.6 |
| MADINAH ACADEMY OF MADISON Madison, WI | 8.5 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON Sheboygan, WI | 8.5 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Janesville, WI | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilson Elementary
What grades does Wilson Elementary serve?
Wilson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wilson Elementary?
Wilson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilson Elementary is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilson Elementary rank in WI?
Wilson Elementary ranks #170 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Wilson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Wilson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilson Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wilson Elementary a charter school?
No, Wilson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wilson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilson Elementary?
77.8% of students at Wilson 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
- 81
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Dodge County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.3%
- Phone
- (920) 885-7373
Resources & Links
District
Beaver Dam Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 3,061
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,819
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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