Turtle Creek Elementary

www.ddschools.org

371 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd

School Overview

Turtle Creek Elementary, located in Delavan, Wisconsin, serves as a primary educational institution within the Delavan-Darien School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students in the early grades, focusing on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and preparing children for future academic success. By emphasizing a collaborative culture between educators, families, and the community, Turtle Creek aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps every student reach their full potential.

As part of the broader Delavan-Darien school system, Turtle Creek benefits from resources and initiatives designed to promote equity, inclusivity, and educational excellence. The school encourages active student participation and utilizes a curriculum structured to meet diverse learning needs. For families and community members seeking more detailed information regarding school programs, policies, or academic calendars, the district maintains a comprehensive online presence at [www.ddschools.org](http://www.ddschools.org).

371

Total Students

36.4

Full-Time Teachers

10.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

65.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Turtle Creek Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	140
Hispanic	204
Black	7
Asian	4
Two or More	14
American Indian	2

Hispanic
204 (55.0%)
White
140 (37.7%)
Two or More
14 (3.8%)
Black
7 (1.9%)
Asian
4 (1.1%)
American Indian
2 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Delavan-Darien School District
Phone:	(262)233-6301
Website:	http://www.ddschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students:	371
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	207
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	37

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 97

Kindergarten 81

Grade 1 90

Grade 2 103