Serving 223 students in grades 3-4, Darien Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darien Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Darien Elementary School's student population of 223 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream. Discover. Connect.
School Rankings
Darien 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 Darien Elementary School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1337 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
57%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
37%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darien Elementary School's ranking?
Darien Elementary School is ranked #1337 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Darien Elementary School often compared to?
Darien Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Creek Elementary School, Star Center Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Darien Elementary School?
223 students attend Darien Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Darien Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darien Elementary School?
Darien Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Darien Elementary School offer ?
Darien Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Darien Elementary School part of?
Darien Elementary School is part of Delavan-Darien School District.
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