Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bruce Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bruce Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bruce Elementary School's student population of 199 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Bruce Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruce Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1286 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
91%
66%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruce Elementary School's ranking?
Bruce Elementary School is ranked #1286 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Bruce Elementary School often compared to?
Bruce Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flambeau Elementary School, Ladysmith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Bruce Elementary School?
199 students attend Bruce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bruce Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruce Elementary School?
Bruce Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bruce Elementary School offer ?
Bruce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bruce Elementary School part of?
Bruce Elementary School is part of Bruce School District.
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