Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Northside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than 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 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside 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
#32 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
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 Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Ridge Elementary School, Elm Lawn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
316 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Northside Elementary School located?
Northside Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Middleton, WI.
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