Excellent
#172 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 8% in state
Winkler Elementary
Elementary School · Burlington Area School District
34150 Fulton St, Burlington, WI 53105
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#172 of 2,105
In Burlington
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Burlington Area School District
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Winkler Elementary
Winkler Elementary is a public elementary school in Burlington, WI, part of Burlington Area School District. Winkler Elementary serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Winkler Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Winkler Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Winkler 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.
Score Breakdown
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Winkler Elementary — Students at Winkler Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
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 32 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: 8.6/10.
How Winkler Elementary Compares
See how Winkler Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
34150 Fulton St, Burlington, WI 53105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winkler Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Star Center Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Waller Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dyer Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 8.7 |
| Dyer Elementary Burlington | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Karcher Middle School Burlington | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| 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 | 8.0 |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington | 4.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Lyons Center Elementary Burlington | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Randall Consolidated School Burlington | 6.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Lakewood Elementary Twin Lakes | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Star Center Elementary Lake Geneva | 7.4 mi | 8.9 |
| 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 | 5.8 |
| Woodfield Elementary Waterford | 9.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Lake Geneva Middle Lake Geneva | 7.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Brookwood Elementary Genoa City | 9.6 mi | 7.2 |
| 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
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN EDUCATION LEADERSHIP ACADEMU Pewaukee, WI | 8.6 |
| HICKORY HILL ACADEMY Madison, WI | 8.6 |
| Iron River Elementary Iron River, WI | 8.6 |
| Murray Park Elementary Ripon, WI | 8.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL De Pere, WI | 8.6 |
| Pepin Elementary Pepin, WI | 8.6 |
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 ranks #172 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Winkler Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winkler 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 Winkler Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winkler Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 1.6%
- Phone
- (262) 539-2726
Resources & Links
District
Burlington Area School District- District Enrollment
- 2,919
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,489
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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