Excellent
#356 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 17% in state
Carollton Elementary
Elementary School · Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District
8965 S Carollton Dr, Oak Creek, WI 53154
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#356 of 2,105
In Oak Creek
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Carollton Elementary?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Carollton Elementary
Elementary School in Oak Creek · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
St Matthew School
0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Zion Evangelical Lutheran School
1.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Carollton Elementary
Carollton Elementary is a public elementary school in Oak Creek, WI, part of Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District. Carollton Elementary serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Carollton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #356 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Carollton Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Carollton Elementary — Students at Carollton Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Carollton Elementary Compares
See how Carollton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8965 S Carollton Dr, Oak Creek, WI 53154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carollton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E W Luther Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby South Milwaukee), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Deerfield Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jones Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Cudahy), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oak Creek, see our Oak Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Oak Creek | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL South Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Blakewood Elementary South Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oak Creek | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Lakeview Elementary South Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Deerfield Elementary Oak Creek | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| GUIDANCE ACADEMY South Milwaukee | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Oak Creek East Middle Oak Creek | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Rawson Elementary South Milwaukee | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Edgewood Elementary Oak Creek | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Meadowview Elementary Oak Creek | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| South Milwaukee High South Milwaukee | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Oak Creek High Oak Creek | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Shepard Hills Elementary Oak Creek | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL South Milwaukee | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Mitchell Elementary Cudahy | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Jones Elementary Cudahy | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Caledonia | 3.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,120
Median Home Value
$305,100
Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Population
36,473
College Educated
38.4%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abrams Elementary Abrams, WI | 8.2 |
| Arboretum Elementary Waunakee, WI | 8.2 |
| Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Roselawn Elementary Chetek, WI | 8.2 |
| Evergreen Elementary Holmen, WI | 8.2 |
| Farmington Elementary Kewaskum, WI | 8.2 |
| Garden Prairie Intermediate School Beloit, WI | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carollton Elementary
What grades does Carollton Elementary serve?
Carollton Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carollton Elementary?
Carollton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carollton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carollton Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carollton Elementary rank in WI?
Carollton Elementary ranks #356 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Carollton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carollton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Carollton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carollton Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carollton Elementary a charter school?
No, Carollton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carollton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carollton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carollton Elementary?
34.0% of students at Carollton 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.
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (414) 768-6290
Resources & Links
District
Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District- District Enrollment
- 6,527
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,568
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
Other Schools in This District
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.