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Best Elementary Schools in Zip Code 53210


At a glance
6
Schools
1,941
Students
2
Districts
Top rankedMilwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus786th of 1,044 Wisconsin elementary schools
Biggest riser
Milwaukee Math and Science Academy up 58 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Sherman Elementary 8.6 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
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Summary:

The 53210 zip code area of Milwaukee, Wisconsin is home to 7 elementary schools serving grades ranging from pre-K to 8th grade, including a mix of public, public charter, and private institutions. While the schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, their academic performance varies significantly, with one standout school, Milwaukee French Immersion, outperforming the others and the Milwaukee School District and Wisconsin state averages.

The data reveals a stark divide in academic proficiency, with Milwaukee College Preparatory School and Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street campuses performing better than the other schools, which struggle with less than 20% of students proficient in core subjects. Factors such as student-teacher ratios, chronic absenteeism, and spending per student do not always align with academic outcomes, suggesting that systemic challenges beyond just resources may be at play.

Overall, the elementary schools in the 53210 zip code area face significant challenges in providing quality education to their high-need student populations. Addressing the root causes of the performance gaps, whether through targeted interventions, resource allocation, or systemic reforms, will be crucial for improving educational outcomes for these students.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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