Bluff View Elementary

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Bluff View Elementary ranks 365 th of 1061 Wisconsin elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Bluff View Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades 3-5 in the Prairie du Chien Area School District, which is ranked 92 out of 428 districts in Wisconsin and rated 4 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger. With 216 students, Bluff View Elementary consistently outperforms the state average in proficiency rates for the Forward Exam across various subjects and grade levels, with its 4th-grade students scoring significantly higher than the state average in both English Language Arts and mathematics.

Bluff View Elementary also maintains relatively low chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 0.0% to 3.7% in recent years, which is lower than the nearby BA Kennedy School. Additionally, the school has a favorable student-teacher ratio, ranging from 9.3 to 10.7, which is lower than BA Kennedy School's ratio of 11.7. Bluff View Elementary's spending per student has been relatively high, ranging from $12,369 to $13,445 over the past few years, higher than the state average and the nearby Seneca Elementary and Wauzeka Elementary schools.

Despite having a significant population of low-socioeconomic status students, Bluff View Elementary has been able to maintain strong academic performance, indicating it is effectively supporting its economically disadvantaged students. When compared to nearby schools, Bluff View Elementary stands out in several areas, such as higher test scores, lower chronic absenteeism, and more favorable student-teacher ratios, suggesting it is a strong performer within the local education landscape.

Detail:

Public 3-5

1901 E Wells St
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821

(608) 326-3722

District: Prairie du Chien Area School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
365^th of 1,061 Wisconsin Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $12,733

Students who attend Bluff View Elementary usually attend:

Middle:	Bluff View Middle
High:	Prairie du Chien High

Student/teacher ratio: 10.2

Number of students: 216

Racial breakdown:

White:

90.3%

Two or more races:

5.6%

Hispanic:

2.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 51.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Bluff View Elementary ranks better than 65.6% of elementary schools in Wisconsin. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 67.47. (See more...)

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

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (90.3%), two or more races (5.6%), Hispanic (2.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 51.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Bluff View Elementary is 10.2. (See more...)

Compare Bluff View Elementary employs 20.9 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Bluff View Elementary is $12,733.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Bluff View Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Bluff View Elementary 365^th of 1061 Wisconsin public elementary schools. (See Bluff View Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

Special Education students:

Low Socio Economic Status students:

Female students:

Male students:

White students:

Prairie du Chien Area School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Prairie du Chien Area School District 92^nd of 428 Wisconsin school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Bluff View Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Bluff View Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WI State Percentile
2013	46.40	675^th	1053	35.9%
2014	55.00	529^th	1061	50.1%
2015	60.62	466^th	1076	56.7%
2016	65.74	349^th	1075	67.5%
2017	79.47	159^th	1071	85.2%
2018	58.98	438^th	1025	57.3%
2019	60.76	418^th	1037	59.7%
2021	69.51	290^th	1050	72.4%
2022	49.38	603^rd	1067	43.5%
2023	55.07	532^nd	1067	50.1%
2024	67.47	365^th	1061	65.6%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Bluff View Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WI State Percentile
2018	59.92	228^th	721	68.4%
2019	37.50	463^rd	742	37.6%
2021	33.41	513^th	746	31.2%
2022	40.62	439^th	748	41.3%
2023	43.49	418^th	770	45.7%
2024	37.13	505^th	790	36.1%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Bluff View Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WI State Percentile
2018	60.86	266^th	854	68.9%
2019	59.29	298^th	874	65.9%
2021	68.64	190^th	847	77.6%
2022	37.61	576^th	859	32.9%
2023	48.30	456^th	871	47.6%
2024	68.18	209^th	866	75.9%

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Rank History for Female students at Bluff View Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WI State Percentile
2018	67.15	309^th	997	69.0%
2019	58.20	440^th	1002	56.1%
2021	66.04	317^th	1004	68.4%
2022	42.59	647^th	1017	36.4%
2023	49.37	569^th	1010	43.7%
2024	67.90	322^nd	1011	68.2%

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Rank History for Male students at Bluff View Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WI State Percentile
2018	52.30	518^th	997	48.0%
2019	63.10	358^th	1002	64.3%
2021	70.23	247^th	1003	75.4%
2022	56.08	463^rd	1017	54.5%
2023	60.23	426^th	1011	57.9%
2024	65.93	352^nd	1012	65.2%

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Rank History for White students at Bluff View Elementary

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	WI State Percentile
2019	45.47	417^th	718	41.9%
2023	38.58	492^nd	715	31.2%
2024	54.87	339^th	727	53.4%

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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.

Data source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Bluff View Elementary

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2011	218	2	3	6	0	5	234
2012	221	2	2	5	0	4	234
2013	229	3	1	6	0	1	240
2014	223	2	1	2	0	1	229
2015	210	2	2	3	0	2	219
2016	216	1	3	3	0	3	226
2017	208	1	3	6	0	4	222
2018	200	1	3	9	0	6	219
2019	196	1	4	7	0	6	214
2020	207	2	2	4	1	5	221
2021	175	1	1	3	3	9	192
2022	197	1	1	5	2	12	218
2023	195	1	1	5	2	12	216

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 Bluff View Elementary

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2011	234	17.7	13.2	62.4
2012	234	18.0	13.0	65.4
2013	240	21.7	11.0	65
2014	229	20.0	11.4	63.8
2015	219	n/a	n/a	58
2016	226	22.0	10.2	65.9
2017	222	20.9	10.5	57.2
2018	219	21.9	9.9	60.3
2019	214	21.3	10.0	56.1
2020	221	20.3	10.8	52.5
2021	192	20.5	9.3	58.9
2022	218	20.2	10.7	54.6
2023	216	20.9	10.2	51.4

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 Bluff View Elementary

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2011	234	17.7	13.2	62.4
2012	234	18.0	13.0	65.4
2013	240	21.7	11.0	65
2014	229	20.0	11.4	63.8
2015	219	n/a	n/a	58
2016	226	22.0	10.2	65.9
2017	222	20.9	10.5	57.2
2018	219	21.9	9.9	60.3
2019	214	21.3	10.0	56.1
2020	221	20.3	10.8	52.5
2021	192	20.5	9.3	58.9
2022	218	20.2	10.7	54.6
2023	216	20.9	10.2	51.4

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.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Bluff View Elementary

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019	$891 (6.6%)	$12,554 (93.4%)	$13,445
2020	$521 (4.2%)	$11,849 (95.8%)	$12,369
2021	$1,606 (12.6%)	$11,127 (87.4%)	$12,733

Data source: Wisconsin Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Bluff View Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 418^th of 1037 Elementary schools	Ranks 532^nd of 1067 Elementary schools	9.6%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Bluff View Elementary)	36.1	40.3	4.2%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Prairie du Chien Area School District)	37	40.3	3.3%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)	39.5	37.9	1.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Bluff View Elementary)	72.2	61.1	11.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Prairie du Chien Area School District)	72.6	61.1	11.5%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)	50.5	48.8	1.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Bluff View Elementary)	47.1	42.9	4.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Prairie du Chien Area School District)	47.1	42.9	4.3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)	43.9	45.8	1.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Bluff View Elementary)	65.7	49.2	16.5%
4th Grade Mathematics (Prairie du Chien Area School District)	65.7	49.2	16.5%
4th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)	46.2	46.5	0.2%
4th Grade Social Studies (Bluff View Elementary)	48.6	60.3	11.8%
4th Grade Social Studies (Prairie du Chien Area School District)	48.6	60.3	11.8%
4th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin)	53.4	59.7	6.4%
4th Grade Science (Bluff View Elementary)	57.1	41.3	15.9%
4th Grade Science (Prairie du Chien Area School District)	57.1	41.3	15.9%
4th Grade Science (Wisconsin)	53.9	52.1	1.8%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	214	216	0.9%
African American	1	1
American Indian	0	2
Asian	4	1	75%
Hispanic	7	5	28.6%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	196	195	0.5%
Two or More Races	6	12	100%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	56.1%	51.4%	4.7%

Schools Near Bluff View Elementary

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				Forward Exam English Language Arts (2024)			Forward Exam Mathematics (2024)			Forward Exam Social Studies (2024)	Forward Exam Science (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2021)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Forward Exam English Language Arts 3rd Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 4th Grade	Forward Exam English Language Arts 5th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 3rd Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 4th Grade	Forward Exam Mathematics 5th Grade	Forward Exam Social Studies 4th Grade	Forward Exam Science 4th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Bluff View Elementary	Public	3-5	1901 E Wells St	Prairie du Chien	53821	Crawford County	Prairie du Chien Area School District	No	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 326-3722	216	21	10.2	51.4%	195 (90.3%)	1 (0.5%)	5 (2.3%)	1 (0.5%)	2 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (5.6%)	67.5	365^th of 1061 public elementary schools	65.6%		55.1	532^nd of 1067 public elementary schools	50.1%	167	52.5	66.7	51.6	57.5	75.4	67.2	71.0	60.9	$12,733	$1,606	$11,127
BA Kennedy School	Public	PK, KG-2	420 Wacouta Ave	Prairie du Chien	53821	Crawford County	Prairie du Chien Area School District	No	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 326-3719	222	19	11.7	59.0%	202 (91.0%)	1 (0.5%)	9 (4.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (4.5%)								(n/a)									$16,780	$1,400	$15,380
River Ridge Elementary	Public	PK, KG-4	11165 County Highway P	Patch Grove	53817	Grant County	River Ridge School District	No	No	No	(n/a)	(608) 994-2715	192	16	11.7	50.5%	170 (88.5%)	1 (0.5%)	14 (7.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (3.6%)	72.3	283^rd of 1061 public elementary schools	73.3%		69.3	308^th of 1067 public elementary schools	71.1%	25	58.1	66.7		77.4	77.8		66.7	59.3
Wauzeka Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	301 E Main St	Wauzeka	53826	Crawford County	Wauzeka-Steuben School District	No	No	No	Yes	(608) 875-5311	118	10	11.2	55.1%	107 (90.7%)	2 (1.7%)	3 (2.5%)	2 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (3.4%)	89.2	41^st of 1061 public elementary schools	96.1%		84.5	108^th of 1067 public elementary schools	89.9%	67	58.8	82.4	93.8	82.4	88.2	87.5	94.1	76.5	$14,469	$1,225	$13,243
Seneca Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	202 Main St	Seneca	54654	Crawford County	Seneca Area School District	No	No	No	Yes	(608) 734-3411	100	10	10.4	57.0%	96 (96.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (4.0%)	64.7	407^th of 1061 public elementary schools	61.6%		44.3	668^th of 1067 public elementary schools	37.4%	261	60.0	62.5	80.0	50.0	50.0	60.0	68.8	62.5	$16,033	$1,357	$14,676

Frequently Asked Questions about Bluff View Elementary

What schools do graduates of Bluff View Elementary attend?

Students who attend Bluff View Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Bluff View Middle
High : Prairie du Chien High

Is Bluff View Elementary a good school?

Bluff View Elementary ranks 365^th of 1061 Wisconsin elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Bluff View Elementary?

In the 2022-23 school year, 216 students attended Bluff View Elementary.

What is the racial makeup of Bluff View Elementary?

Students at Bluff View Elementary are 90% White, 6% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.

What district is Bluff View Elementary in?

Prairie du Chien Area School District

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