Serving 778 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swanson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swanson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Swanson Elementary School's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swanson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swanson Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#94 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
58%
66%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swanson Elementary School's ranking?
Swanson Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Swanson Elementary School often compared to?
Swanson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Swanson Elementary School?
778 students attend Swanson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Swanson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swanson Elementary School?
Swanson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Swanson Elementary School offer ?
Swanson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swanson Elementary School part of?
Swanson Elementary School is part of Elmbrook School District.
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