Elvehjem Elementary vs Granite Ridge School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 5.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elvehjem Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
415 students
Granite Ridge School
Cottage Grove · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
470 students
| Measure | Elvehjem Elementary Madison, Wisconsin | Granite Ridge School Cottage Grove, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #507 of 1,069 | #40 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #20512 of 50,301 | #3223 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 415 | 470 |
| Enrollment | 415 | 470 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.6% | 21.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Madison | Cottage Grove |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Granite Ridge School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.3 vs 56.6).
- •Granite Ridge School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.5% vs 36.6%).
- •Granite Ridge School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.8).
- •Granite Ridge School is the larger school with 470 students compared with 415.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elvehjem Elementary better than Granite Ridge School?
On the Success Index (US), Granite Ridge School ranks higher (83.3 vs 56.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Elvehjem Elementary and Granite Ridge School?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Madison and Cottage Grove in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elvehjem Elementary: 415. Granite Ridge School: 470. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elvehjem Elementary and Granite Ridge School rank in Wisconsin?
Elvehjem Elementary is 507th of 1,069 and Granite Ridge School is 40th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).