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Clement Avenue Elementary

Elementary School · Milwaukee School District

3666 S Clement Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Enrollment

259

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,620 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#73 of 176

public schools

In district

#56 of 154

Milwaukee School District

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Clement Avenue Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Humboldt Park Elementary

5.2/10

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7.8/10

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About Clement Avenue Elementary

Clement Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Clement Avenue Elementary serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Clement Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,620 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Clement Avenue Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Clement Avenue 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.7 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815
Chronic Absenteeism48.6%

Clement Avenue Elementary — Students at Clement Avenue Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 35.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 40 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
25%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
25%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
8.9%
ELA
21.8%
2025
Math
35.8%
ELA
26.5%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Clement Avenue Elementary Compares

See how Clement Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in WI
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3666 S Clement Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clement Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Downtown Montessori (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bay View Montessori School (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willow Glen Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Francis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Humboldt Park Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 5.2
Bay View Montessori School Milwaukee 0.7 mi 7.8
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee 0.7 mi 5.5
Fernwood Montessori Milwaukee 0.9 mi 5.8
Burdick Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 4.7
Trowbridge Street School of Great Lakes Studies Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.9
ST THOMAS MORE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.9 mi 7.0
Bay View High Milwaukee 1.2 mi 4.2
Milwaukee Parkside School Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.8
Deer Creek Intermediate Saint Francis 0.9 mi 6.8
Willow Glen Primary School Saint Francis 1.1 mi 7.6
ST LUCAS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.4 mi 6.9
Downtown Montessori Milwaukee 1.5 mi 7.9
Whittier Elementary Milwaukee 1.3 mi 7.1
ST AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.8 mi 6.0
Riley Dual Language Montessori School Milwaukee 1.9 mi 4.3
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.7 mi 5.4
Zablocki Elementary Milwaukee 1.8 mi 5.0
Lincoln Elementary Cudahy 2.0 mi 5.7
ST JOSAPHAT PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 2.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,576

Median Home Value

$228,500

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

34,536

College Educated

45.1%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clement Avenue Elementary

What grades does Clement Avenue Elementary serve?

Clement Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Clement Avenue Elementary?

Clement Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clement Avenue Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Clement Avenue Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clement Avenue Elementary rank in WI?

Clement Avenue Elementary ranks #1,620 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Clement Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Clement Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Clement Avenue Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clement Avenue Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clement Avenue Elementary a charter school?

No, Clement Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Clement Avenue Elementary a Title I school?

No, Clement Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clement Avenue Elementary?

81.9% of students at Clement Avenue 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.6%

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