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East Elementary

Elementary School · Milton School District

201 S Janesville St, Milton, WI 53563

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,101 of 2,105

In Milton

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Milton School District

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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East Elementary

6.4/10

Elementary School in Milton · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Northside Intermediate

7.5/10

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6.9/10

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About East Elementary

East Elementary is a public elementary school in Milton, WI, part of Milton School District. East Elementary serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,101 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for East Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.3% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,045
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

East Elementary — Students at East Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.3% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 30 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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
48.9%
ELA
53.3%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How East Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
48th percentile in WI
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

Location

201 S Janesville St, Milton, WI 53563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harmony Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Janesville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Janesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milton, see our Milton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Northside Intermediate Milton 0.7 mi 7.5
Milton Middle Milton 0.8 mi 6.9
Milton High Milton 0.9 mi 4.6
West Elementary Milton 1.6 mi 8.4
ROCK PRAIRIE MONTESSORI Janesville 3.3 mi 8.3
Harmony Elementary Janesville 3.4 mi 8.6
Kennedy Elementary Janesville 4.9 mi 8.4
Harrison Elementary Janesville 6.0 mi 7.6
Jefferson Elementary Janesville 5.9 mi 7.3
Marshall Middle Janesville 6.2 mi 5.8
Monroe Elementary Janesville 6.4 mi 8.4
Youth Services Center Janesville 5.6 mi
Adams Elementary Janesville 6.8 mi 4.7
Craig High Janesville 7.2 mi 4.6
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville 6.9 mi 5.4
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville 7.2 mi 7.2
Roosevelt Elementary Janesville 7.3 mi 8.4
Consolidated Elementary Janesville 6.2 mi 8.2
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Janesville 7.6 mi 7.2
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Janesville 7.5 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,397

Median Home Value

$270,800

Median Rent

$972/mo

Population

11,468

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

86.9%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Elementary

What grades does East Elementary serve?

East Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend East Elementary?

East Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Elementary rank in WI?

East Elementary ranks #1,101 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is East Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 East Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is East Elementary a charter school?

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

Is East Elementary a Title I school?

No, East Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

36.9% of students at East 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Rock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

Milton School District
District Enrollment
3,451
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,045
District Rank
#6 of 7

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