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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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5%
Math vs. State Avg+20.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency65%
Expected (poverty-adj.)37%
vs. Expected+27.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.0Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,889

Winkler Elementary — Students at Winkler Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.6%
School
State
53.6%
ELA Proficiency 54.8%
School
State
51.2%

Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
74.5%
ELA
54.5%
2025
Math
67.7%
ELA
55.1%

* 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.

Overall Score
6.5/10
51th percentile in WI
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
4.8/10
Below average
Environment
6.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers

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.

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Burlington Area School District
District Enrollment
2,919
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,489
District Rank
#5 of 7

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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