Markesan Intermediate vs Shell Lake Elementary (3-6)
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 324 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Markesan Intermediate
Markesan · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
153 students
Shell Lake Elementary (3-6)
Shell Lake · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
153 students
| Measure | Markesan Intermediate Markesan, Wisconsin | Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) Shell Lake, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #453 of 1,069 | #722 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #18859 of 50,301 | #27930 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 153 | 153 |
| Enrollment | 153 | 153 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.2% | 52.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| city | Markesan | Shell Lake |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Markesan Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.0 vs 46.0).
- •Markesan Intermediate does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Markesan Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Markesan Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 52.9%).
- •Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 11.8).
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 Markesan Intermediate better than Shell Lake Elementary (3-6)?
On the Success Index (US), Markesan Intermediate ranks higher (59.0 vs 46.0 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 Markesan Intermediate and Shell Lake Elementary (3-6)?
About 324 km in a straight line, between Markesan and Shell Lake in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Markesan Intermediate: 153. Shell Lake Elementary (3-6): 153. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Markesan Intermediate and Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) rank in Wisconsin?
Markesan Intermediate is 453rd of 1,069 and Shell Lake Elementary (3-6) is 722nd of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).