Summary:
The 53719 zip code in Madison, Wisconsin is home to a single elementary school, Cesar Chavez Elementary, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 652 students. While the school has some positive metrics, such as slightly higher proficiency rates in certain subjects compared to the district and state averages, it also faces challenges, including a relatively low statewide ranking and high chronic absenteeism rate.
Cesar Chavez Elementary's performance, as measured by its statewide ranking and rating, appears to be below average compared to other elementary schools in Wisconsin. In the 2024-2025 school year, the school ranked 686 out of 1,044 Wisconsin elementary schools and was rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. This suggests the school's overall academic achievement is an area of concern that may require targeted strategies for improvement.
While the school's proficiency rates in some subjects are slightly higher than the Madison Metropolitan School District averages, they are still generally lower than the state averages. Additionally, Cesar Chavez Elementary has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7%, which may be contributing to the school's lower academic performance. The school also serves a population with higher economic needs, with 33.9% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
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