Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canterbury Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canterbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Canterbury Elementary School's student population of 344 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canterbury Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canterbury Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#139 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
73%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canterbury Elementary School's ranking?
Canterbury Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Canterbury Elementary School often compared to?
Canterbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College Park Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School, Edgerton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Canterbury Elementary School?
344 students attend Canterbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Canterbury Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canterbury Elementary School?
Canterbury Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Canterbury Elementary School offer ?
Canterbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canterbury Elementary School part of?
Canterbury Elementary School is part of Greendale School District.
In what neighborhood is Canterbury Elementary School located?
Canterbury Elementary School is located in the Greendale Historic District neighborhood of Greendale, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Greendale Historic District.
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