Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Phelps 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phelps Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Phelps Elementary School's student population of 61 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
61 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phelps 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 Phelps Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1790 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
14%
White
95%
66%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phelps Elementary School's ranking?
Phelps Elementary School is ranked #1790 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Phelps Elementary School?
61 students attend Phelps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Phelps Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phelps Elementary School?
Phelps Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phelps Elementary School offer ?
Phelps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phelps Elementary School part of?
Phelps Elementary School is part of Phelps School District.
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