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Glenwood Elementary

Elementary School · Greenfield School District

3550 S 51st St, Greenfield, WI 53220

Enrollment

317

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,282 of 2,105

In Greenfield

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Greenfield School District

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Glenwood Elementary

5.9/10

Elementary School in Greenfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Glenwood Elementary

Glenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Greenfield, WI, part of Greenfield School District. Glenwood Elementary serves approximately 317 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Glenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,282 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Glenwood Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,081
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Glenwood Elementary — Students at Glenwood Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 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
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
30.8%
2025
Math
41.6%
ELA
46.7%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Glenwood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
39th percentile in WI
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

3550 S 51st St, Greenfield, WI 53220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgewood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenfield, see our Greenfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST SAVA ORTHODOX SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.5 mi 6.8
Whitman Elementary Milwaukee 0.9 mi 5.0
Hamilton High Milwaukee 0.7 mi 3.3
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.8 mi 7.2
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.8 mi 7.2
Audubon Technology and Communication Middle Milwaukee 0.8 mi 3.4
Audubon Technology and Communication High Milwaukee 0.8 mi 3.4
Milwaukee Spanish Immersion Milwaukee 1.0 mi 3.7
Manitoba Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 3.1
Wedgewood Park School Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.1
Honey Creek Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.2
Fairview Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.6
Edgewood Elementary Greenfield 1.5 mi 8.3
Curtin Elementary Milwaukee 1.2 mi 4.1
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.3 mi 5.6
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Allis 1.7 mi 5.1
Greenfield High Greenfield 1.7 mi 4.7
Veritas High Milwaukee 1.3 mi 6.6
Maple Grove Elementary Greenfield 1.5 mi 4.5
Rocketship Southside Community Prep Milwaukee 1.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,301

Median Home Value

$218,800

Median Rent

$1,063/mo

Population

27,678

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

57.1%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

39.4

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ST FRANCIS XAVIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL- MARQUETTE Appleton, WI 5.9
ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Shawano, WI 5.9
Trowbridge Street School of Great Lakes Studies Milwaukee, WI 5.9
Columbus Elementary Columbus, WI 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glenwood Elementary

What grades does Glenwood Elementary serve?

Glenwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Glenwood Elementary?

Glenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 317 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glenwood Elementary rank in WI?

Glenwood Elementary ranks #1,282 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Glenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Glenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Glenwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenwood Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Glenwood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Glenwood Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

64.4% of students at Glenwood 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
317
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

Greenfield School District
District Enrollment
3,410
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,081
District Rank
#4 of 6

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