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#1475 of 2,105 schools in WI
Brown Street Academy
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
2029 N 20th St, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,475 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#60 of 176
public schools
In district
#44 of 154
Milwaukee School District
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Brown Street Academy
Brown Street Academy is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Brown Street Academy serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,475 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Brown Street Academy show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Brown Street Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
85% of students at Brown Street Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brown Street Academy — Students at Brown Street Academy score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Brown Street Academy Compares
See how Brown Street Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2029 N 20th St, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown Street Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Community School (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- Lloyd Street (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shalom High Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Starms Discovery Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - PRIMA Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Starms Early Childhood Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Siefert Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- Lloyd Street Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Jackson Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Highland Community School Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Milwaukee High School of the Arts Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Groppi High Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Clarke Street Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Next Door Charter Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Elm Creative Arts Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Hopkins Lloyd Community School Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Westside Academy Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Grant Gordon Learning Center Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Alliance School of Milwaukee Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,300
Median Home Value
$122,100
Median Rent
$803/mo
Population
9,091
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
27.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
41.9%
Median Age
28.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brown Street Academy
What grades does Brown Street Academy serve?
Brown Street Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brown Street Academy?
Brown Street Academy has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Street Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown Street Academy is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brown Street Academy rank in WI?
Brown Street Academy ranks #1,475 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Brown Street Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brown Street Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown Street Academy has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brown Street Academy a charter school?
No, Brown Street Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brown Street Academy a Title I school?
No, Brown Street Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown Street Academy?
98.0% of students at Brown Street Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.8%
- Phone
- (414) 935-3100
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #44 of 154
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