Serving 279 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Friess Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friess Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Friess Lake Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Friess Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friess Lake Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#294 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
90%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friess Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Friess Lake Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Friess Lake Elementary School?
279 students attend Friess Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Friess Lake Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Friess Lake Elementary School?
Friess Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Friess Lake Elementary School offer ?
Friess Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Friess Lake Elementary School part of?
Friess Lake Elementary School is part of Holy Hill Area School District.
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