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#1022 of 2,102 schools in WI
Top 49% in state
Winkler Elementary
Elementary School · Burlington Area School District
34150 Fulton St, Burlington, WI 53105
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Burlington
#6 of 9
public schools
Wisconsin elementary schools
#601 of 1,099
In district
#5 of 7
Burlington Area School District
Equity
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Winkler Elementary
Winkler Elementary serves 125 students in grades PK through 5 in Burlington, Wisconsin, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranking #211 out of 2,112 Wisconsin schools, Winkler places in the 90th percentile statewide for academic achievement. The school demonstrates particularly strong performance in mathematics, with 69% of students achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while 55% meet or exceed standards in English Language Arts and reading.
With 9 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, Winkler maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1, allowing for more personalized attention and instruction. Students at Winkler Elementary come from a stable community where families have a median household income of $86,787 and median home values reach $290,400. The surrounding area shows economic stability with a low poverty rate of 6.3%, and 29% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting a community that values education.
Winkler Elementary is situated in Burlington, a town on the fringe of an urban area in Racine County, providing students with both small-town community connections and access to broader metropolitan resources and opportunities.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 125 students, Winkler Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Score Breakdown
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Winkler Elementary — Students at Winkler Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 8 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: 4.8/10.
How Winkler Elementary Compares
See how Winkler Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 64.5% (2019) to 74.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 54.5% (2019) to 54.5% (2021).
Location
34150 Fulton St, Burlington, WI 53105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winkler Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Waller Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS DE SALES PARISH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lakewood Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Twin Lakes), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waller Elementary Burlington | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Dyer Elementary Burlington | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Karcher Middle School Burlington | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Burlington | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| BURLINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Burlington | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burlington | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Cooper Montessori Burlington | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Lyons Center Elementary Burlington | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Randall Consolidated School Burlington | 6.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Lakewood Elementary Twin Lakes | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Star Center Elementary Lake Geneva | 7.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Maple Park Charter School Lake Geneva | 7.4 mi | — |
| MOUNT ZION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva | 6.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Brookwood Middle Genoa City | 8.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodfield Elementary Waterford | 9.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Lake Geneva Middle Lake Geneva | 7.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Brookwood Elementary Genoa City | 9.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES PARISH SCHOOL Lake Geneva | 7.6 mi | 7.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Winkler Elementary has a median household income of $88,798. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $295,100, with a median rent of $1,029/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown, WI | 6.5 |
| Prairie View Elementary De Soto, WI | 6.5 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown, WI | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Big Bend, WI | 6.5 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Atkinson, WI | 6.5 |
| Winter Elementary Winter, WI | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winkler Elementary
What grades does Winkler Elementary serve?
Winkler Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Winkler Elementary?
Winkler Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winkler Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Winkler Elementary is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winkler Elementary rank in WI?
Winkler Elementary is ranked #1022 out of 2,102 schools in WI.
What is Winkler Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winkler Elementary has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Winkler Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Winkler Elementary has 68.6% math proficiency and 54.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Winkler Elementary a charter school?
No, Winkler Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winkler Elementary a Title I school?
No, Winkler Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winkler Elementary?
40.8% of students at Winkler 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,069/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Burlington). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Racine County
- Phone
- (262) 539-2726
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Burlington Area School District- District Enrollment
- 2,919
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,489
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
Other Schools in This District
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