Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rawson 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 32% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rawson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rawson Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Blue and Gold
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Rawson 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 Rawson Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1141 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
32%
14%
Black
7%
9%
White
51%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rawson Elementary School's ranking?
Rawson Elementary School is ranked #1141 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Rawson Elementary School often compared to?
Rawson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mitchell Elementary School, Lakeview 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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Rawson Elementary School?
371 students attend Rawson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rawson Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rawson Elementary School?
Rawson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rawson Elementary School offer ?
Rawson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rawson Elementary School part of?
Rawson Elementary School is part of South Milwaukee School District.
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