Emerson Elementary

(608)204-2000

emerson.madison.k12.wi.us/

297 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Emerson Elementary School, located on the east side of Madison, Wisconsin, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Madison Metropolitan School District. As a public institution, it is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational experience for students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The school is known for fostering an inclusive environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and a strong sense of belonging for its diverse student body.

Beyond the standard curriculum, Emerson Elementary places a high priority on community engagement and parental involvement, often serving as a hub for neighborhood activities and support services. The school focuses on personalized learning strategies to meet the unique needs of each student, supported by a staff committed to equity and educational excellence. By integrating core academic subjects with enrichment opportunities, Emerson aims to prepare its students not only for middle school success but also to become thoughtful, contributing members of their community.

297

Total Students

29.8

Full-Time Teachers

10.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

54.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Emerson Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	128
Hispanic	44
Black	80
Asian	7
Two or More	34
American Indian	2

White
128 (43.4%)
Black
80 (27.1%)
Hispanic
44 (14.9%)
Two or More
34 (11.5%)
Asian
7 (2.4%)
American Indian
2 (0.7%)

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:	Madison Metropolitan School District
Phone:	(608)204-2000
Website:	http://emerson.madison.k12.wi.us/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	297
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	145
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	16

* 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 17

Kindergarten 39

Grade 1 42

Grade 2 46

Grade 3 65

Grade 4 32

Grade 5 56

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Emerson Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	17
Kindergarten	39
Grade 1	42
Grade 2	46
Grade 3	65
Grade 4	32
Grade 5	56

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Emerson Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	152	51.2%
Male	143	48.1%
Not Specified	2	0.7%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)