Pope Farm Elementary

Pope Farm Elementary in Middleton (MCPASD) serves students in pre-K through grade 4, with approximately 403 students enrolled. Based on recent testing results, the school has around 77% of students proficient in math and 62% in reading. The student-teacher ratio is about 13:1 and allows for smaller classes. The gender enrollment is fairly evenly split, with around 209 male students and 193 female students. The school is led by principal Jessica Taylor and is located close to prairie and farm land, with a new building designed to house collaborative, grade-level pods. Enrollment counts by grade approximate the following: kindergarten 82, first 88, second 82, third 89, and fourth 61; there is also a small pre-K enrollment.

For families looking to relocate, the median home sold price in Middleton is around $503K. In general, Pope Farm is a young neighborhood school with an emphasis on foundational literacy and numeracy, has stable outcomes, and strong connections to the District community, making it one of the best elementary schools.

Pope Farm PTO is organizing fundraisers—such as Chipotle in May and Noodles & Company on Oct. 2, 2024—while the school was recognized as a 2024 Climate Champion by Dane County in September

1. What grades does Pope Farm Elementary School serve?

Pope Farm Elementary serves students in Pre-Kindergarten – 4th grade, along with students with Special Needs, at all grades.

2. What is the ratio of students to teachers at Pope Farm Elementary School?

Pope Farm Elementary School has a ratio of 13 to 1 of students to teachers.

3. How many students are enrolled at Pope Farm Elementary?

Pope Farm Elementary has approximately 403 students enrolled.

4. What is the proficiency rate in math at the school?

Approximately 75% - 79% of students at Pope Farm Elementary are proficient in math.

5. What is the proficiency rate in reading at the school?

Approximately 60% - 64% of students at Pope Farm Elementary are proficient in reading.