Shell Lake Primary (K-2) serves 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shell Lake Primary (K-2) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
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School Overview
Shell Lake Primary (K-2)'s student population of 131 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shell Lake Primary (K-2) is 0.17, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
14%
White
91%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Shell Lake Primary (K-2)?
131 students attend Shell Lake Primary (K-2).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Shell Lake Primary (K-2) students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shell Lake Primary (K-2)?
Shell Lake Primary (K-2) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shell Lake Primary (K-2) offer ?
Shell Lake Primary (K-2) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shell Lake Primary (K-2) part of?
Shell Lake Primary (K-2) is part of Shell Lake School District.
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