Below Average
#1830 of 2,105 schools in WI
Browning Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
5440 N 64th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,830 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#115 of 176
public schools
In district
#97 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Browning Elementary
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About Browning Elementary
Browning Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Browning Elementary serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Browning Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,830 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Browning Elementary show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Browning Elementary 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.
70% of students at Browning Elementary 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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Browning Elementary — Students at Browning Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.6%
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: 6.2/10.
How Browning Elementary Compares
See how Browning Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5440 N 64th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Browning Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milwaukee Scholars Charter School (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocketship Transformation Prep (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kilbourn Elementary Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Rocketship Transformation Prep Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Kluge Elementary Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Carmen Mid/Hi Northwest Campus Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Lancaster Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Milwaukee Scholars Charter School Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Hampton Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Congress Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Obama School of Career and Technical Education Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| James Madison Academic Campus Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Marshall High Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Grantosa Drive Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Barton Elementary Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Craig Montessori School Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Green Tree Preparatory Academy Milwaukee | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Milwaukee Environmental Science Academy Milwaukee | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Morse Mid Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,207
Median Home Value
$122,200
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
40,581
College Educated
10.1%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
30.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL New London, WI | 4.4 |
| INDIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Franklin, WI | 4.4 |
| Sherman Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.4 |
| Stocker Elementary Kenosha, WI | 4.4 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Caledonia, WI | 4.4 |
| Thurston Woods Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Browning Elementary
What grades does Browning Elementary serve?
Browning Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Browning Elementary?
Browning Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Browning Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Browning Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Browning Elementary rank in WI?
Browning Elementary ranks #1,830 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Browning Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Browning Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Browning Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Browning Elementary has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Browning Elementary a charter school?
No, Browning Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Browning Elementary a Title I school?
No, Browning Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Browning Elementary?
89.6% of students at Browning Elementary 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
- 288
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.8%
- Phone
- (414) 393-5200
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #97 of 154
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