public elementary School
    New Berlin School District

    Poplar Creek Elementary in New Berlin, Wisconsin

    17401 W Cleveland Ave, New Berlin, WI 53146
    Enrollment

    476

    Grades

    -1-6

    Ratio

    17:1

    District

    New Berlin School District

    Test Avg

    70%

    (262)789-6520
    🦦66
    Great2/5 metrics
    🦦66
    2/5 metrics

    Otter Score

    Great

    B
    Academics
    B-
    Teachers
    A+
    Diversity

    About Poplar Creek Elementary

    Poplar Creek Elementary is a public elementary school located in New Berlin, Wisconsin. The school serves grades -1-6 and has a total enrollment of 476 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 17:1, Poplar Creek Elementary has class sizes comparable to national averages.

    Academically, Poplar Creek Elementary earns a grade of B with students scoring 78% proficient in math, 66% in reading, and 67% in science.

    About Poplar Creek Elementary

    Poplar Creek Elementary is a well-regarded public elementary school located in New Berlin, WI. Serving grades -1-6 with an enrollment of 476 students, the school is part of the New Berlin School District. With a student-teacher ratio of 17:1, Poplar Creek Elementary maintains class sizes typical for schools in the region.

    Academic Performance

    Students at Poplar Creek Elementary perform above state averages on standardized assessments. Math proficiency stands at 78%, reading at 66%, and science at 67%. The school continues to implement programs aimed at improving student outcomes across all subjects.

    Community & Diversity

    Poplar Creek Elementary serves a community where 23.53% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Located in New Berlin, WI, the school benefits from the community's local amenities and family-friendly environment. Families choosing Poplar Creek Elementary gain access to the broader resources of the New Berlin School District.

    DistrictNew Berlin School District
    Typepublic
    Address17401 W Cleveland Ave
    Phone(262)789-6520
    Free/Reduced Lunch23.53%
    NCES ID551047001365

    Academics

    B

    Test Scores

    Math Proficiency78%
    Reading Proficiency66%
    Science Proficiency67%

    Percentage of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards on state assessments. Source: Wisconsin Department of Education, 2025–2026.

    Students

    A+

    Demographics

    Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2025–2026.

    Student Body

    Total Enrollment
    476
    Student-Teacher Ratio

    National avg: 16:1

    17:1
    Free/Reduced Lunch
    23.53%

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Otter Score for Poplar Creek Elementary?

    Poplar Creek Elementary has an Otter Score of 66/100, rated "Great". The Otter Score combines test scores, graduation rates, college readiness, student-teacher ratio, and AP course availability into a single 0-100 composite rating.

    What grades does Poplar Creek Elementary serve?

    Poplar Creek Elementary serves grades -1-6 with a total enrollment of 476 students. It is a public elementary school in New Berlin, Wisconsin.

    What is the student-teacher ratio at Poplar Creek Elementary?

    Poplar Creek Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. The national average is approximately 16:1.

    How do students at Poplar Creek Elementary perform on standardized tests?

    Students at Poplar Creek Elementary score 78% proficient in math, 66% in reading, and 67% in science. The overall test score average is 70%, earning an academics grade of B.

    How diverse is Poplar Creek Elementary?

    The student body at Poplar Creek Elementary is . The school earns a diversity grade of A+.

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    Data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and Wisconsin Department of Education. Updated for the 2025–2026 school year. AreaOtter is not affiliated with Poplar Creek Elementary or New Berlin School District.