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Granite Ridge School

4500 Buss Rd
Cottage Grove, WI 53527
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 477 students in grades 3-5, Granite Ridge 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 49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 50% in WI
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Granite Ridge School's student population of 477 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

Granite Ridge 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 Granite Ridge School is 0.38, 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)
#637 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
49%
40%
45%
38%
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
78%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Granite Ridge School's ranking?
Granite Ridge School is ranked #637 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Granite Ridge School?
477 students attend Granite Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Granite Ridge School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Granite Ridge School?
Granite Ridge School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Granite Ridge School offer ?
Granite Ridge School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Granite Ridge School part of?
Granite Ridge School is part of Monona Grove School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 477 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 49% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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