Serving 120 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Yahara Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yahara Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Yahara Elementary School's student population of 120 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Award-winning Songwriter, Danny Gough of Class Dynamix, whose work has been featured on Britain’s Got Talent, worked with our Elementary students in workshops throughout the year to compose songs and create music videos unique to each school.
School Rankings
Yahara Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yahara Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#518 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
92%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yahara Elementary School's ranking?
Yahara Elementary School is ranked #518 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Yahara Elementary School?
120 students attend Yahara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Yahara Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yahara Elementary School?
Yahara Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Yahara Elementary School offer ?
Yahara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Yahara Elementary School part of?
Yahara Elementary School is part of Edgerton School District.
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