Below Average
#1888 of 2,105 schools in WI
Greenfield Bilingual
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
1711 S 35th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,888 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#126 of 176
public schools
In district
#107 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Greenfield Bilingual
Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Greenfield Bilingual
Greenfield Bilingual is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Greenfield Bilingual serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenfield Bilingual has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,888 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Greenfield Bilingual show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Greenfield Bilingual 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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Greenfield Bilingual — Students at Greenfield Bilingual score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
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: 4.1/10.
How Greenfield Bilingual Compares
See how Greenfield Bilingual 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
1711 S 35th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greenfield Bilingual may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seeds of Health Elementary Program (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rocketship Southside Community Prep (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carmen High School of Science and Technology South Campus Milwaukee | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ALBA - Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes Milwaukee | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Seeds of Health Elementary Program Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| TRANSCENTER FOR YOUTH/EL PUENTE HIGH Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| NATIVITY JESUIT ACADEMY Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| U S Grant School Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Doerfler Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Lad Lake Synergy School Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Escuela Verde Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Rogers Street Academy Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Pershing Elementary West Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Mitchell Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| CHRIST-ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Rocketship Southside Community Prep Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| West Milwaukee Intermediate West Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Longfellow Elementary Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Manitoba Elementary Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Veritas High Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jefferson Elementary West Allis, WI | 4.2 |
| Keshena Primary Keshena, WI | 4.2 |
| Pineview Elementary Reedsburg, WI | 4.2 |
| Gaston Elementary Beloit, WI | 4.3 |
| Johnson Elementary Racine, WI | 4.3 |
| Kennedy Elementary Madison, WI | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greenfield Bilingual
What grades does Greenfield Bilingual serve?
Greenfield Bilingual serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Greenfield Bilingual?
Greenfield Bilingual has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenfield Bilingual?
The student-teacher ratio at Greenfield Bilingual is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Greenfield Bilingual rank in WI?
Greenfield Bilingual ranks #1,888 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Greenfield Bilingual's MySchoolScout rating?
Greenfield Bilingual has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Greenfield Bilingual?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenfield Bilingual has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Greenfield Bilingual a charter school?
No, Greenfield Bilingual is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Greenfield Bilingual a Title I school?
No, Greenfield Bilingual is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greenfield Bilingual?
94.1% of students at Greenfield Bilingual 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
- 555
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.0%
- Phone
- (414) 902-8200
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #107 of 154
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