LEOPOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Leopold Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Madison Metropolitan School District school district, located in Madison, WI with about 727 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 66 teachers, Leopold Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Leopold Elementary, located on Post Road in Madison, Wisconsin, is a key part of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD). Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As a public school, it operates under the district’s broader mission to provide equitable opportunities for all students, ensuring that every child receives the support necessary to succeed in a changing global landscape.

The school is well-integrated into the surrounding Madison community, often acting as a hub for local families and offering resources that extend beyond the traditional classroom. By leveraging the comprehensive curriculum and support systems provided by the Madison Metropolitan School District, Leopold Elementary prioritizes early literacy, mathematics, and culturally responsive teaching practices. Parents and community members can find detailed information regarding academic calendars, district policies, and specific school programs by visiting the official district website at [madison.k12.wi.us](http://www.madison.k12.wi.us).

For more information, contact Leopold Elementary at (608) 204-4240 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2602 Post Rd
Madison, WI 53713-3599
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LEOPOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Madison, WI with about 727 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
727
Teachers:
66.7
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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 727 students

Hispanic/Latino
37.7%
Black or African American
28.6%
White
23.5%
Two or more races
7.3%
Asian
2.9%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

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.