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Badger Elementary

Summary:

Badger Elementary is an elementary school located in Appleton, Wisconsin, serving grades PK-6 with a total enrollment of 325 students. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Wisconsin elementary schools, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past two school years.

Badger Elementary faces several challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates, lower test scores compared to the Appleton Area School District and Wisconsin state averages, and underperformance of student subgroups. The school's performance is generally lower than nearby schools within the Appleton Area School District, such as Houdini Elementary and Jefferson Elementary, which have higher test scores and lower chronic absenteeism rates. However, Badger Elementary outperforms some other nearby schools, such as Columbus Elementary and Ronald C. Dunlap Elementary School, which have even lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates.

The nearby charter school, Fox River Academy, significantly outperforms Badger Elementary and the other public schools in the Appleton Area School District, with much higher test scores and a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. While Badger Elementary's per-student spending and student-teacher ratio are generally in line with the district and nearby schools, the data suggests that the school may benefit from targeted interventions and support to address these areas of concern and improve student outcomes.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 501 S Bluemound Dr
       Appleton, WI  54914-4134

(920) 852-5440

District: Appleton Area School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
714th of 1,061 Wisconsin Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,127 Help


Students who attend Badger Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Wilson Middle
High:    West High

Student/teacher ratio:  11.6 Help
Number of students:  325

Racial breakdown:

White:
44.0%
Hispanic:
20.6%
Asian:
12.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  57.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Badger Elementary ranks worse than 67.3% of elementary schools in Wisconsin. It also ranks 12th among 20 ranked elementary schools in the Appleton Area School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 41.51. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Badger Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (44%), Hispanic (20.6%), Asian (12.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 57.5% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Badger Elementary is 11.6, which is the 6th best among 20 elementary schools in the Appleton Area School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Badger Elementary is $11,127. 15 elementary schools in the Appleton Area School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Badger Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Badger Elementary 714th of 1061 Wisconsin public elementary schools. (See Badger Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Appleton Area School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Appleton Area School District 240th of 428 Wisconsin school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Badger Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 50.82 391st 633 38.2%
2005 34.21 479th 632 24.2%
2006 31.71 567th 712 20.4%
2007 27.22 562nd 689 18.4%
2008 45.18 719th 1021 29.6%
2009 44.95 715th 1030 30.6%
2010 54.01 605th 1045 42.1%
2011 46.66 734th 1046 29.8%
2012 43.57 772nd 1045 26.1%
2013 45.28 693rd 1053 34.2%
2014 39.35 778th 1061 26.7%
2015 39.01 786th 1076 27.0%
2016 30.50 822nd 1075 23.5%
2017 21.27 896th 1071 16.3%
2018 28.50 815th 1025 20.5%
2019 28.20 815th 1037 21.4%
2021 27.11 819th 1050 22.0%
2022 25.67 864th 1067 19.0%
2023 45.52 657th 1067 38.4%
2024 41.51 714th 1061 32.7%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 15.20 87th 96 9.4%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 26.32 257th 287 10.5%
2019 34.64 193rd 275 29.8%
2021 31.75 167th 222 24.8%
2022 43.24 131st 248 47.2%
2023 80.83 17th 249 93.2%
2024 55.04 99th 269 63.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 25.18 583rd 721 19.1%
2019 28.05 563rd 742 24.1%
2021 23.64 616th 746 17.4%
2024 35.68 522nd 790 33.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 18.05 782nd 854 8.4%
2019 26.02 728th 874 16.7%
2021 18.77 760th 847 10.3%
2022 21.83 746th 859 13.2%
2023 53.24 388th 871 55.5%
2024 43.01 536th 866 38.1%
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Rank History for Female students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 32.21 765th 997 23.3%
2019 30.27 769th 1002 23.3%
2021 27.17 794th 1004 20.9%
2022 24.02 827th 1017 18.7%
2023 43.93 641st 1010 36.5%
2024 42.37 684th 1011 32.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 28.01 799th 997 19.9%
2019 29.36 785th 1002 21.7%
2021 30.86 756th 1003 24.6%
2022 29.77 790th 1017 22.3%
2023 47.96 596th 1011 41.0%
2024 42.47 659th 1012 34.9%
See the entire list of Best Wisconsin Elementary Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for Asian students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 42.80 59th 122 51.6%
2021 22.98 84th 106 20.8%
2022 33.96 65th 110 40.9%
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Rank History for African American students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.62 69th 165 58.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.66 177th 271 34.7%
2019 38.29 158th 266 40.6%
2021 21.09 247th 274 9.9%
2022 27.37 225th 296 24.0%
2024 55.36 126th 331 61.9%
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Rank History for White students at Badger Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.28 470th 686 31.5%
2019 25.74 598th 718 16.7%
2021 37.64 479th 699 31.5%
2022 27.41 564th 704 19.9%
2023 43.84 438th 715 38.7%
2024 43.00 453rd 727 37.7%
See the entire list of Best Wisconsin Elementary Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Reviews:
by a teacher
Friday, March 11, 2016

Open Quote It's easy to tell that there is something special about Badger Elementary the minute you walk in the front door. There is a real family atmosphere and the teachers care so deeply for their students, community and each other. The SAGE program in grades K-3 guarantee a small class size and scores of enrichment opportunities await your 4-6 grade student, including Gifted and Talented programs, Stock Market Club, Stage Musical, Service Club, Sports Intramurals, Choir/Band/Strings and so much more. You will find staff members at school early, staying late and everything in between to best serve the students. This small school has big heart. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Badger Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 287 1 2 4 n/a n/a n/a 0 294
1989 243 2 n/a 1 n/a n/a n/a 0 246
1990 275 4 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 280
1991 286 3 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 291
1992 321 5 0 5 0 n/a n/a 0 331
1993 307 7 1 1 0 n/a n/a 0 316
1994 333 6 1 3 0 n/a n/a 0 343
1995 284 9 4 8 3 n/a n/a 0 308
1996 284 9 4 8 3 n/a n/a 0 308
1997 291 12 4 2 0 n/a n/a 0 309
1998 270 8 5 8 1 n/a n/a 0 292
1999 267 12 6 9 0 n/a n/a 0 294
2000 255 11 8 12 3 n/a n/a 0 289
2001 245 9 16 51 4 n/a n/a 0 325
2002 202 12 22 58 5 n/a n/a 0 299
2003 202 12 22 58 5 n/a n/a 0 299
2004 192 14 24 69 5 n/a n/a 0 304
2005 182 15 25 52 6 n/a n/a 0 280
2006 188 15 25 53 6 n/a n/a 0 287
2007 192 20 20 52 9 n/a n/a 0 293
2008 182 38 21 64 4 n/a n/a 0 309
2009 183 36 28 64 2 n/a n/a 0 313
2010 255 31 28 69 3 n/a n/a 0 386
2011 213 39 22 70 2 0 0 0 346
2012 206 39 19 60 5 0 0 0 329
2013 201 37 24 52 6 0 0 0 320
2014 182 42 26 57 4 0 0 0 311
2015 191 42 23 69 4 0 3 0 332
2016 180 35 28 65 4 2 15 0 329
2017 184 37 37 61 5 2 19 0 345
2018 181 28 48 58 5 0 25 0 345
2019 176 29 56 62 5 1 28 0 357
2020 165 37 59 64 5 3 39 0 372
2021 156 18 47 51 3 7 33 0 315
2022 153 20 46 49 0 8 29 0 305
2023 143 27 41 67 1 11 35 0 325

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Badger Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 294 15.7 18.7 0
1989 246 13.0 18.9 0
1990 280 13.6 20.5 0
1991 291 16.4 17.7 5.2
1992 331 16.2 20.4 7.3
1993 316 17.3 18.3 9.5
1994 343 18.1 19.0 10.8
1995 308 18.8 16.4 11.4
1996 308 18.8 16.4 11.4
1997 309 18.9 16.3 11.7
1998 292 16.4 17.8 11.6
1999 294 15.4 19.1 18
2000 289 16.2 17.8 18.7
2001 325 19.4 16.8 18.2
2002 299 25.7 11.6 39.8
2003 299 25.7 11.6 39.8
2004 304 25.4 12.0 43.4
2005 280 23.9 11.7 n/a
2006 287 26.1 11.0 n/a
2007 293 24.8 11.8 49.5
2008 309 23.1 13.4 51.5
2009 313 24.4 12.8 54.3
2010 386 25.4 15.2 49.7
2011 346 26.6 13.0 52.6
2012 329 24.4 13.4 56.2
2013 320 24.8 12.9 47.5
2014 311 23.8 13.0 64.3
2015 332 n/a n/a 49.7
2016 329 26.0 12.6 97.9
2017 345 27.5 12.5 54.5
2018 345 31.4 10.9 48.4
2019 357 30.0 11.8 51
2020 372 30.1 12.3 62.4
2021 315 26.9 11.6 57.8
2022 305 28.3 10.7 55.7
2023 325 28.0 11.6 57.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Badger Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 294 15.7 18.7 0
1989 246 13.0 18.9 0
1990 280 13.6 20.5 0
1991 291 16.4 17.7 5.2
1992 331 16.2 20.4 7.3
1993 316 17.3 18.3 9.5
1994 343 18.1 19.0 10.8
1995 308 18.8 16.4 11.4
1996 308 18.8 16.4 11.4
1997 309 18.9 16.3 11.7
1998 292 16.4 17.8 11.6
1999 294 15.4 19.1 18
2000 289 16.2 17.8 18.7
2001 325 19.4 16.8 18.2
2002 299 25.7 11.6 39.8
2003 299 25.7 11.6 39.8
2004 304 25.4 12.0 43.4
2005 280 23.9 11.7 n/a
2006 287 26.1 11.0 n/a
2007 293 24.8 11.8 49.5
2008 309 23.1 13.4 51.5
2009 313 24.4 12.8 54.3
2010 386 25.4 15.2 49.7
2011 346 26.6 13.0 52.6
2012 329 24.4 13.4 56.2
2013 320 24.8 12.9 47.5
2014 311 23.8 13.0 64.3
2015 332 n/a n/a 49.7
2016 329 26.0 12.6 97.9
2017 345 27.5 12.5 54.5
2018 345 31.4 10.9 48.4
2019 357 30.0 11.8 51
2020 372 30.1 12.3 62.4
2021 315 26.9 11.6 57.8
2022 305 28.3 10.7 55.7
2023 325 28.0 11.6 57.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Badger Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $657 (5.8%) $10,629 (94.2%) $11,288
2020 $422 (4.1%) $9,827 (95.9%) $10,249
2021 $911 (8.2%) $10,216 (91.8%) $11,127

Data source: Wisconsin Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Badger Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 815th of 1037 Elementary schoolsRanks 657th of 1067 Elementary schools
 17%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Badger Elementary)2524.4
 0.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Appleton Area School District)30.137.9
 7.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)39.537.9
 1.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Badger Elementary)53.739
 14.6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Appleton Area School District)44.147.8
 3.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)50.548.8
 1.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Badger Elementary)3138.2
 7.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Appleton Area School District)39.545.1
 5.6%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)43.945.8
 1.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Badger Elementary)38.155.9
 17.8%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Appleton Area School District)39.144.2
 5.1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)46.246.5
 0.2%
4th Grade Social Studies (Badger Elementary)35.755.9
 20.2%
   4th Grade Social Studies (Appleton Area School District)50.759.9
 9.2%
   4th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin)53.459.7
 6.4%
4th Grade Science (Badger Elementary)47.644.1
 3.5%
   4th Grade Science (Appleton Area School District)51.651.6
 0%
   4th Grade Science (Wisconsin)53.952.1
 1.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Badger Elementary)27.528.6
 1.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Appleton Area School District)36.938.9
 2%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)40.939.2
 1.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Badger Elementary)25.538.1
 12.6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Appleton Area School District)42.550.5
 7.9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)47.848.4
 0.5%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Badger Elementary)27.351.5
 24.3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Appleton Area School District)43.247.1
 4%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)41.740.6
 1.1%
6th Grade Mathematics (Badger Elementary)29.651.5
 22%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Appleton Area School District)49.850.3
 0.5%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)43.542.6
 0.9%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students357325
 9%
African American2927
 6.9%
American Indian51
 80%
Asian5641
 26.8%
Hispanic6267
 8.1%
Pacific Islander111
 1000%
White176143
 18.8%
Two or More Races2835
 25%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients51%57.5%
 6.6%

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Students who attend Badger Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Wilson Middle
High : West High

In the 2022-23 school year, 325 students attended Badger Elementary.

Badger Elementary ranks 714th of 1061 Wisconsin elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students at Badger Elementary are 44% White, 21% Hispanic, 13% Asian, 11% Two or more races, 8% African American, 3% Pacific Islander.


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