Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northern Lights 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 24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Lights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northern Lights Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Motto
Superior Learning. Empowering Students.
School Rankings
Northern Lights 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 Northern Lights Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1536 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Northern Lights Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Lights Elementary School is ranked #1536 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Northern Lights Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Lights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Elementary School, Cooper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Northern Lights Elementary School?
452 students attend Northern Lights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Northern Lights Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Lights Elementary School?
Northern Lights Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Lights Elementary School offer ?
Northern Lights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Lights Elementary School part of?
Northern Lights Elementary School is part of Superior School District.
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