Lapham Elementary

lapham.madison.k12.wi.us/

205 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd

School Overview

Lapham Elementary School is a neighborhood-focused public school located in the historic Isthmus area of Madison, Wisconsin. Part of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), the school is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive learning environment. It serves a diverse student body, emphasizing academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills through a comprehensive curriculum that aims to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond traditional academics, Lapham Elementary is highly regarded for its active parent community and its integration with the surrounding downtown neighborhood. The school benefits from a collaborative culture where teachers, staff, and families work closely together to enhance the educational experience. Through a variety of extracurricular opportunities, enrichment programs, and a dedicated focus on building character, Lapham strives to create a well-rounded environment where every student feels a sense of belonging and is encouraged to reach their full potential.

205

Total Students

22.9

Full-Time Teachers

9.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

39.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lapham Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	127
Hispanic	8
Black	41
Asian	5
Two or More	24

White
127 (62.0 %)
Black
41 (20.0 %)
Two or More
24 (11.7 %)
Hispanic
8 (3.9 %)
Asian
5 (2.4 %)

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)204-4140
Website:	http://lapham.madison.k12.wi.us/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 2nd
Total Students:	205
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	22.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	74
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	6

* 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 28

Kindergarten 62

Grade 1 61

Grade 2 54

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lapham Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	28
Kindergarten	62
Grade 1	61
Grade 2	54

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lapham Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	108	52.7%
Male	97	47.3%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)