Serving 194 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rib Mountain 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rib Mountain 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
School Overview
Rib Mountain Elementary School's student population of 194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
Work Hard Be Respectful Be There/Be Ready and Be Safe
School Rankings
Rib Mountain 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 Rib Mountain Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#26 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
73%
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
20%
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 Rib Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Rib Mountain Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Rib Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Rib Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stettin Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Rib Mountain Elementary School?
194 students attend Rib Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Rib Mountain Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rib Mountain Elementary School?
Rib Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rib Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Rib Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rib Mountain Elementary School part of?
Rib Mountain Elementary School is part of Wausau School District.
In what neighborhood is Rib Mountain Elementary School located?
Rib Mountain Elementary School is located in the Rib Mountain neighborhood of Wausau, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Rib Mountain.
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