PURDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Purdy Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Fort Atkinson School District school district, located in Fort Atkinson, WI with about 358 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Purdy Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Purdy Elementary School is located in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, and serves as a key part of the School District of Fort Atkinson. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging educational environment for its students, focusing on academic growth, character development, and community involvement. By emphasizing a well-rounded curriculum, Purdy Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while nurturing their social and emotional well-being.

The school benefits from being part of a district that prioritizes collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding community. Through the resources provided on their official website, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and stakeholders, highlighting their ongoing initiatives, classroom activities, and commitment to excellence. As a pillar of the local Fort Atkinson community, Purdy Elementary focuses on creating a positive school culture where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

For more information, contact Purdy Elementary at (920) 563-7822 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

719 S Main St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538-2297
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PURDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Fort Atkinson, WI with about 358 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
358
Teachers:
26.44
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 358 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PURDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.

White
78.5%
Hispanic/Latino
15.4%
Two or more races
3.1%
Black or African American
1.4%
Asian
1.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.