Abbotsford Elementary

Summary:

Abbotsford Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK-5 in Abbotsford, Wisconsin, with 388 students. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom 15-20% of Wisconsin elementary schools over the past decade, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, and its performance has remained stagnant.

Abbotsford Elementary's test scores are significantly below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, with only 24.53% of 3rd graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 52.07%. The school has also seen a concerning increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 1.0% in 2019-2020 to 6.9% in 2021-2022, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, Abbotsford Elementary has a very high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 66.85% to 75.71% over the past three years, suggesting a high concentration of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds.

When comparing Abbotsford Elementary to the nearby schools in the region, it becomes clear that the school is an outlier in terms of academic performance. For instance, Greenwood Elementary, Stratford Elementary, and Spencer Elementary all outperform Abbotsford Elementary by significant margins on state assessments and have higher statewide rankings. Despite being a low-performing school for many years, Abbotsford Elementary has shown little to no improvement in its academic outcomes or statewide ranking, raising concerns about equity and access to quality education for all students.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 510 W Hemlock St
       Abbotsford, WI  54405


(715) 223-4281

District: Abbotsford School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
948th of 1,061 Wisconsin Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $12,265 Help


Students who attend Abbotsford Elementary usually attend:

High:    Abbotsford Middle/Senior High

Student/teacher ratio:  17.5 Help
Number of students:  406

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
70.0%
White:
27.6%
Two or more races:
1.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  75.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Abbotsford Elementary ranks worse than 89.3% of elementary schools in Wisconsin. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 10.3. (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 Racial makeup is: Hispanic (70%), White (27.6%), two or more races (1.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 75.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Abbotsford Elementary is 17.5. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Abbotsford Elementary is $12,265.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Abbotsford Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Abbotsford Elementary 948th of 1061 Wisconsin public elementary schools. (See Abbotsford Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Abbotsford School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Abbotsford School District 420th of 428 Wisconsin school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Abbotsford Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Abbotsford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 66.54 240th 633 62.1%
2008 41.62 751st 1021 26.4%
2009 46.06 699th 1030 32.1%
2010 52.84 627th 1045 40.0%
2011 51.45 641st 1046 38.7%
2012 30.79 873rd 1045 16.5%
2013 47.22 656th 1053 37.7%
2014 31.52 860th 1061 18.9%
2015 27.71 883rd 1076 17.9%
2016 16.43 925th 1075 14.0%
2017 19.18 910th 1071 15.0%
2018 15.74 897th 1025 12.5%
2019 16.36 905th 1037 12.7%
2021 30.89 790th 1050 24.8%
2022 18.55 911th 1067 14.6%
2023 20.72 882nd 1067 17.3%
2024 10.30 948th 1061 10.7%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Abbotsford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.86 228th 287 20.6%
2019 21.41 252nd 275 8.4%
2021 55.50 68th 222 69.4%
2022 45.79 118th 248 52.4%
2023 46.97 113th 249 54.6%
2024 26.12 226th 269 16.0%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Abbotsford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 24.14 594th 721 17.6%
2019 15.83 697th 742 6.1%
2021 27.37 571st 746 23.5%
2022 40.81 438th 748 41.4%
2023 50.57 339th 770 56.0%
2024 30.91 566th 790 28.4%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Abbotsford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 20.81 765th 854 10.4%
2019 19.48 789th 874 9.7%
2021 31.03 638th 847 24.7%
2022 17.74 777th 859 9.5%
2023 23.20 749th 871 14.0%
2024 9.43 833rd 866 3.8%
See the entire list of Best Wisconsin Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Abbotsford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 16.35 873rd 997 12.4%
2019 15.96 879th 1002 12.3%
2021 37.32 689th 1004 31.4%
2022 24.81 823rd 1017 19.1%
2023 21.12 843rd 1010 16.5%
2024 11.30 896th 1011 11.4%
See the entire list of Best Wisconsin Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Male students at Abbotsford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 19.74 855th 997 14.2%
2019 20.14 855th 1002 14.7%
2021 28.45 784th 1003 21.8%
2022 15.54 886th 1017 12.9%
2023 24.23 824th 1011 18.5%
2024 12.53 897th 1012 11.4%
See the entire list of Best Wisconsin Elementary Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Abbotsford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 20.51 244th 271 10.0%
2019 20.99 234th 266 12.0%
2021 45.90 133rd 274 51.5%
2022 36.87 182nd 296 38.5%
2023 34.89 192nd 290 33.8%
2024 16.59 306th 331 7.6%
See the entire list of Best Wisconsin Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Abbotsford Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools WI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.87 535th 686 22.0%
2019 29.04 574th 718 20.1%
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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.

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Data source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Abbotsford Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 312 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 0 312
1990 333 0 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 335
1991 311 0 0 7 0 n/a n/a 0 318
1992 309 0 0 7 0 n/a n/a 0 316
1993 309 0 1 12 0 n/a n/a 0 322
1994 293 0 1 12 0 n/a n/a 0 306
1995 295 0 0 10 0 n/a n/a 0 305
1996 295 0 0 10 0 n/a n/a 0 305
1997 282 0 0 14 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1998 271 0 0 15 0 n/a n/a 0 286
1999 271 5 0 14 0 n/a n/a 0 290
2000 250 5 0 15 0 n/a n/a 0 270
2001 250 3 0 22 0 n/a n/a 0 275
2002 232 0 0 37 0 n/a n/a 0 269
2003 232 0 0 37 0 n/a n/a 0 269
2004 221 0 2 42 0 n/a n/a 0 265
2005 239 1 4 44 0 n/a n/a 0 288
2006 252 2 4 62 0 n/a n/a 0 320
2007 228 1 4 69 0 n/a n/a 0 302
2008 224 4 4 75 1 n/a n/a 0 308
2009 220 5 2 91 0 n/a n/a 0 318
2010 222 5 2 114 1 n/a n/a 0 344
2011 222 0 1 133 1 0 6 0 363
2012 215 0 0 151 0 0 4 0 370
2013 216 2 0 157 1 0 3 0 379
2014 209 4 2 163 1 0 2 0 381
2015 192 5 0 160 1 0 1 0 359
2016 182 5 1 187 1 0 1 0 377
2017 170 7 0 197 1 0 2 0 377
2018 162 3 1 209 0 0 2 0 377
2019 155 4 1 206 0 0 3 0 369
2020 139 3 1 217 0 0 3 0 363
2021 115 4 1 230 0 0 4 0 354
2022 101 2 0 255 1 0 6 0 365
2023 105 2 3 273 0 0 5 0 388
2024 112 2 2 284 0 0 6 0 406

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 Abbotsford Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 312 15.6 20.0 13.1
1990 335 16.8 19.9 10.4
1991 318 15.8 20.1 14.5
1992 316 15.8 20.0 18
1993 322 17.5 18.4 12.4
1994 306 17.3 17.7 14.7
1995 305 19.1 16.0 16.4
1996 305 19.1 16.0 16.4
1997 296 17.8 16.6 14.5
1998 286 20.4 14.0 14.7
1999 290 20.4 14.2 22.8
2000 270 19.3 14.0 24.8
2001 275 20.8 13.2 26.2
2002 269 19.9 13.5 54.3
2003 269 19.9 13.5 54.3
2004 265 21.6 12.3 52.1
2005 288 22.4 12.9 n/a
2006 320 22.0 14.5 n/a
2007 302 21.8 13.9 50.7
2008 308 22.8 13.5 51
2009 318 22.1 14.4 58.2
2010 344 22.6 15.1 61
2011 363 22.7 15.9 63.4
2012 370 23.7 15.5 67.6
2013 379 23.5 16.0 67
2014 381 23.5 16.1 70.1
2015 359 n/a n/a 70.8
2016 377 24.0 15.7 67.9
2017 377 23.6 15.9 51.5
2018 377 26.2 14.3 71.1
2019 369 26.4 13.9 74
2020 363 30.8 11.7 78.5
2021 354 28.8 12.2 75.7
2022 365 28.7 12.6 66.8
2023 388 26.9 14.3 75.5
2024 406 23.1 17.5 75.1

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 Abbotsford Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 312 15.6 20.0 13.1
1990 335 16.8 19.9 10.4
1991 318 15.8 20.1 14.5
1992 316 15.8 20.0 18
1993 322 17.5 18.4 12.4
1994 306 17.3 17.7 14.7
1995 305 19.1 16.0 16.4
1996 305 19.1 16.0 16.4
1997 296 17.8 16.6 14.5
1998 286 20.4 14.0 14.7
1999 290 20.4 14.2 22.8
2000 270 19.3 14.0 24.8
2001 275 20.8 13.2 26.2
2002 269 19.9 13.5 54.3
2003 269 19.9 13.5 54.3
2004 265 21.6 12.3 52.1
2005 288 22.4 12.9 n/a
2006 320 22.0 14.5 n/a
2007 302 21.8 13.9 50.7
2008 308 22.8 13.5 51
2009 318 22.1 14.4 58.2
2010 344 22.6 15.1 61
2011 363 22.7 15.9 63.4
2012 370 23.7 15.5 67.6
2013 379 23.5 16.0 67
2014 381 23.5 16.1 70.1
2015 359 n/a n/a 70.8
2016 377 24.0 15.7 67.9
2017 377 23.6 15.9 51.5
2018 377 26.2 14.3 71.1
2019 369 26.4 13.9 74
2020 363 30.8 11.7 78.5
2021 354 28.8 12.2 75.7
2022 365 28.7 12.6 66.8
2023 388 26.9 14.3 75.5
2024 406 23.1 17.5 75.1

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 Abbotsford Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $755 (6.6%) $10,672 (93.4%) $11,428
2020 $723 (6.1%) $11,150 (93.9%) $11,873
2021 $1,143 (9.3%) $11,122 (90.7%) $12,265

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Abbotsford 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 905th of 1037 Elementary schoolsRanks 882nd of 1067 Elementary schools
 4.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Abbotsford Elementary)2231.6
 9.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Abbotsford School District)2231.6
 9.6%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)39.537.9
 1.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Abbotsford Elementary)1423.7
 9.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Abbotsford School District)1423.7
 9.7%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)50.548.8
 1.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Abbotsford Elementary)28.930.4
 1.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Abbotsford School District)28.930.4
 1.5%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)43.945.8
 1.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Abbotsford Elementary)2526.8
 1.8%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Abbotsford School District)2526.8
 1.8%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)46.246.5
 0.2%
4th Grade Social Studies (Abbotsford Elementary)38.546.4
 8%
   4th Grade Social Studies (Abbotsford School District)38.546.4
 8%
   4th Grade Social Studies (Wisconsin)53.459.7
 6.4%
4th Grade Science (Abbotsford Elementary)38.526.8
 11.7%
   4th Grade Science (Abbotsford School District)38.526.8
 11.7%
   4th Grade Science (Wisconsin)53.952.1
 1.8%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Abbotsford Elementary)21.614
 7.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Abbotsford School District)21.614
 7.6%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Wisconsin)40.939.2
 1.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Abbotsford Elementary)19.621.6
 2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Abbotsford School District)19.621.6
 2%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Wisconsin)47.848.4
 0.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students369388
 5.1%
African American42
 50%
American Indian00
Asian13
 200%
Hispanic206273
 32.5%
Pacific Islander00
White155105
 32.3%
Two or More Races35
 66.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients74%75.5%
 1.5%


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Students at Abbotsford Elementary are 70% Hispanic, 28% White, 1% Two or more races.

Students who attend Abbotsford Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Abbotsford Middle/Senior High

Abbotsford Elementary ranks in the bottom 10.7% of Wisconsin elementary schools.

In the 2023-24 school year, 406 students attended Abbotsford Elementary.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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