Needs Improvement
#2020 of 2,105 schools in WI
Gaenslen Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
1250 E Burleigh St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#2,020 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#160 of 176
public schools
In district
#140 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Gaenslen Elementary
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About Gaenslen Elementary
Gaenslen Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Gaenslen Elementary serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gaenslen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,020 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Gaenslen Elementary show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at Gaenslen 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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Gaenslen Elementary — Students at Gaenslen Elementary score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
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: 4.0/10.
How Gaenslen Elementary Compares
See how Gaenslen 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
1250 E Burleigh St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gaenslen Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atwater Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Bluff Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ROBERT SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside High Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Fratney Elementary Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Hartford Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Shorewood Intermediate Shorewood | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Shorewood High Shorewood | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| New Horizons for Learning Shorewood | 0.9 mi | — |
| King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Holmes Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Maryland Montessori Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Atwater Elementary Shorewood | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ST ROBERT SCHOOL Shorewood | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| King Jr Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Southeastern Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | — |
| Lake Bluff Elementary Shorewood | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TAMARACK WALDORF SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CLARA MOHAMMED SCHOOL INC. Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,679
Median Home Value
$204,300
Median Rent
$1,038/mo
Population
29,099
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
32.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
31
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Garland Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 3.6 |
| Grantosa Drive Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 3.6 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - PRIMA Milwaukee, WI | 3.4 |
| Milwaukee Spanish Immersion Milwaukee, WI | 3.7 |
| Burbank Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 3.8 |
| Congress Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gaenslen Elementary
What grades does Gaenslen Elementary serve?
Gaenslen Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gaenslen Elementary?
Gaenslen Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gaenslen Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gaenslen Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gaenslen Elementary rank in WI?
Gaenslen Elementary ranks #2,020 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Gaenslen Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gaenslen Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Gaenslen Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gaenslen Elementary has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gaenslen Elementary a charter school?
No, Gaenslen Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gaenslen Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gaenslen Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gaenslen Elementary?
93.2% of students at Gaenslen 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
- 677
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.1%
- Phone
- (414) 267-5700
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #140 of 154
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