Serving 238 students in grades 3-5, Grayside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grayside Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Grayside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grayside Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1168 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
86%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Grayside Elementary School's ranking?
Grayside Elementary School is ranked #1168 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Grayside Elementary School?
238 students attend Grayside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Grayside Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grayside Elementary School?
Grayside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grayside Elementary School offer ?
Grayside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grayside Elementary School part of?
Grayside Elementary School is part of Mauston School District.
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