Rio Elementary School

355 Lowville Rd
Rio, WI 53960
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7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 170 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rio Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 170 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50% in WI
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Rio Elementary School's student population of 170 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
170 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Home of the Vikings!

School Rankings

Rio 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 Rio Elementary School is 0.10, 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.
This School
State Level (WI)
#685 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
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45-49%
40%
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40-44%
38%
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40-59%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
2%
14%
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Black
1%
9%
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White
95%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.10
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rio Elementary School's ranking?
Rio Elementary School is ranked #685 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Rio Elementary School?
170 students attend Rio Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rio Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Elementary School?
Rio Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rio Elementary School offer ?
Rio Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rio Elementary School part of?
Rio Elementary School is part of Rio Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 170 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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