Below Average
#1931 of 2,105 schools in WI
Doerfler Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
3014 W Scott St, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
550
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,931 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#137 of 176
public schools
In district
#118 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Doerfler Elementary
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About Doerfler Elementary
Doerfler Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Doerfler Elementary serves approximately 550 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Doerfler Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,931 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Doerfler Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Doerfler 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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Doerfler Elementary — Students at Doerfler Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 4.2/10.
How Doerfler Elementary Compares
See how Doerfler Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3014 W Scott St, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Doerfler Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESSMER SAINT ROSE (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MESSMER ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Seeds of Health Elementary Program (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,207
Median Home Value
$148,400
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
58,375
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
47.2%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
31.4
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| Fratt Elementary Racine, WI | 4.0 |
| Carson Academy Milwaukee, WI | 4.1 |
| Longfellow Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.1 |
| Robinson Elementary Beloit, WI | 4.1 |
| Shady Lane Elementary Menomonee Falls, WI | 4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Doerfler Elementary
What grades does Doerfler Elementary serve?
Doerfler Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Doerfler Elementary?
Doerfler Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 550 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Doerfler Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Doerfler Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Doerfler Elementary rank in WI?
Doerfler Elementary ranks #1,931 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Doerfler Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Doerfler Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Doerfler Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Doerfler Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Doerfler Elementary a charter school?
No, Doerfler Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Doerfler Elementary a Title I school?
No, Doerfler Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Doerfler Elementary?
93.1% of students at Doerfler 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 550
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (414) 902-9500
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #118 of 154
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