Very Good
#645 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 31% in state
Jones Elementary
Elementary School · Cudahy School District
5845 S Swift Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#645 of 2,105
In Cudahy
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Cudahy School District
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Jones Elementary
Jones Elementary is a public elementary school in Cudahy, WI, part of Cudahy School District. Jones Elementary serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jones Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Jones Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, Jones Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Jones Elementary — Students at Jones Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 8.0/10.
How Jones Elementary Compares
See how Jones Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5845 S Swift Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jones Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E W Luther Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Glen Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Saint Francis), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cudahy, see our Cudahy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL South Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Kosciuszko Elementary Cudahy | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Cudahy Middle Cudahy | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Cudahy High Cudahy | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Mitchell Elementary Cudahy | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| South Milwaukee High South Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cudahy | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Cudahy | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Rawson Elementary South Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Saint Francis High Saint Francis | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| GUIDANCE ACADEMY South Milwaukee | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Lakeview Elementary South Milwaukee | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Willow Glen Primary School Saint Francis | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL South Milwaukee | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Deer Creek Intermediate Saint Francis | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Blakewood Elementary South Milwaukee | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ST THOMAS MORE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Fernwood Montessori Milwaukee | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,717
Median Home Value
$201,000
Median Rent
$977/mo
Population
17,964
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Appleton Bilingual School Appleton, WI | 7.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Madison, WI | 7.5 |
| CHRIST CHILD ACADEMY Sheboygan, WI | 7.5 |
| Frederic Elementary Frederic, WI | 7.5 |
| Gompers Elementary Madison, WI | 7.5 |
| Lena Elementary Lena, WI | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jones Elementary
What grades does Jones Elementary serve?
Jones Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Jones Elementary?
Jones Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jones Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jones Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jones Elementary rank in WI?
Jones Elementary ranks #645 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Jones Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jones Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Jones Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jones Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jones Elementary a charter school?
No, Jones Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jones Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jones Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jones Elementary?
54.0% of students at Jones 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (414) 294-7150
Resources & Links
District
Cudahy School District- District Enrollment
- 2,054
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,434
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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