Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Superior 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 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Superior Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lake Superior Elementary School's student population of 603 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Motto
Dream. Believe. Achieve.
School Rankings
Lake Superior 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 Lake Superior Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1439 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
63%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ashland School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Superior Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Superior Elementary School is ranked #1439 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lake Superior Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Superior Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marengo Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lake Superior Elementary School?
603 students attend Lake Superior Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lake Superior Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Superior Elementary School?
Lake Superior Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Superior Elementary School offer ?
Lake Superior Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Superior Elementary School part of?
Lake Superior Elementary School is part of Ashland School District.
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