Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Turtle Creek 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 26% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: 26%
- Reading Proficiency: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtle Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Turtle Creek Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Dream. Discover. Connect.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Turtle Creek Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
55%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
38%
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
56%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Turtle Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Turtle Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Darien Elementary School, Star Center Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WI state average).
How many students attend Turtle Creek Elementary School?
371 students attend Turtle Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Turtle Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turtle Creek Elementary School?
Turtle Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Turtle Creek Elementary School offer ?
Turtle Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turtle Creek Elementary School part of?
Turtle Creek Elementary School is part of Delavan-Darien School District.
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