Serving 865 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jerstad-agerholm School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerstad-agerholm School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jerstad-agerholm School's student population of 865 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jerstad-agerholm School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jerstad-agerholm School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1942 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
35%
14%
Black
36%
9%
White
22%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
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 Jerstad-agerholm School's ranking?
Jerstad-agerholm School is ranked #1942 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Jerstad-agerholm School often compared to?
Jerstad-agerholm Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Jerstad-agerholm School?
865 students attend Jerstad-agerholm School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Jerstad-agerholm School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerstad-agerholm School?
Jerstad-agerholm School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jerstad-agerholm School offer ?
Jerstad-agerholm School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jerstad-agerholm School part of?
Jerstad-agerholm School is part of Racine Unified School District.
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