Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Yahara Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yahara Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Yahara Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yahara Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yahara Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#628 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
82%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yahara Elementary School's ranking?
Yahara Elementary School is ranked #628 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Yahara Elementary School often compared to?
Yahara Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Point Elementary School, Windsor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Yahara Elementary School?
329 students attend Yahara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Yahara Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yahara Elementary School?
Yahara Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Yahara Elementary School offer ?
Yahara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Yahara Elementary School part of?
Yahara Elementary School is part of De Forest Area School District.
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