Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Huegel Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huegel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Huegel Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
The Pride of the Prairie
School Rankings
Huegel Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Huegel Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#913 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
16%
9%
White
52%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huegel Elementary School's ranking?
Huegel Elementary School is ranked #913 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Huegel Elementary School often compared to?
Huegel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Huegel Elementary School?
417 students attend Huegel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Huegel Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huegel Elementary School?
Huegel Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Huegel Elementary School offer ?
Huegel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Huegel Elementary School part of?
Huegel Elementary School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
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