Needs Improvement
#1970 of 2,105 schools in WI
Fifty-third Street Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
3618 N 53rd St, Milwaukee, WI 53216
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,970 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#149 of 176
public schools
In district
#130 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Fifty-third Street Elementary
Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fifty-third Street Elementary
Fifty-third Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Fifty-third Street Elementary serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Fifty-third Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,970 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Fifty-third Street Elementary show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
89% of students at Fifty-third Street 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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Fifty-third Street Elementary — Students at Fifty-third Street Elementary score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
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: 4.9/10.
How Fifty-third Street Elementary Compares
See how Fifty-third Street 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
3618 N 53rd St, Milwaukee, WI 53216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fifty-third Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Carson Academy Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Sherman Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| MT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Townsend Street Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Congress Elementary Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Central City Cyberschool Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Milwaukee Environmental Science Academy Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Marshall High Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Milwaukee Math and Science Academy Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| WHS Information Technology Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Milwaukee French Immersion Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Clemens Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Hi-Mount Elementary Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Hampton Elementary Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,466
Median Home Value
$122,800
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
29,772
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
45.3%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brass Community School Kenosha, WI | 3.8 |
| Horace Mann Elementary West Allis, WI | 3.8 |
| Howe Elementary Green Bay, WI | 3.8 |
| McKinley Elementary Kenosha, WI | 3.8 |
| Merrill Elementary Oshkosh, WI | 3.8 |
| River Trail School of Agricultural Science Milwaukee, WI | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fifty-third Street Elementary
What grades does Fifty-third Street Elementary serve?
Fifty-third Street Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Fifty-third Street Elementary?
Fifty-third Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fifty-third Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fifty-third Street Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fifty-third Street Elementary rank in WI?
Fifty-third Street Elementary ranks #1,970 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Fifty-third Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fifty-third Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Fifty-third Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fifty-third Street Elementary has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fifty-third Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Fifty-third Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fifty-third Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fifty-third Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fifty-third Street Elementary?
92.7% of students at Fifty-third Street 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
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.4%
- Phone
- (414) 874-5300
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #130 of 154
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