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Jones Elementary

Elementary School · Cudahy School District

5845 S Swift Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110

Enrollment

187

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Cudahy

#4 of 6

public schools

Wisconsin elementary schools

#781 of 1,099

In district

#4 of 6

Cudahy School District

Equity

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Jones Elementary

Jones Elementary serves 187 students in grades PK through 6 on S Swift Avenue in Cudahy, Wisconsin. This public elementary school has earned a strong MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks impressively at #244 out of 2,112 Wisconsin schools, placing it in the 88th percentile statewide. With 15 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1, allowing for more individualized attention in smaller classroom settings.

Academic performance shows 45% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 44% meet or exceed proficiency standards in Mathematics across all grade levels. The school serves families in the 53110 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $66,592 and median home values average $189,000. About 26% of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 12.3% among the area's 18,087 residents.

Jones Elementary's academic score of 8.9 out of 10 reflects the school's commitment to educational excellence within its community. The school operates in a large suburban setting in Milwaukee County, providing students with both small-school benefits and access to broader suburban resources and opportunities.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 187 students, Jones Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.66 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.5%
Math vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Overall Proficiency55%
Expected (poverty-adj.)30%
vs. Expected+24.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,398

Jones Elementary — Students at Jones Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.5%
School
State
52.7%
ELA Proficiency 44.9%
School
State
51.4%

Based on 12 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2025
Math
35.5%
ELA
40.1%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Jones Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
36th percentile in WI
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
2.5/10
Below average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers

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. ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blakewood Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby South Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby South Milwaukee), which scores slightly higher. 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 6.6
Cudahy Middle Cudahy 0.8 mi 6.4
Cudahy High Cudahy 1.2 mi 4.1
Mitchell Elementary Cudahy 1.0 mi 5.6
South Milwaukee High South Milwaukee 1.3 mi 5.8
E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee 1.5 mi 6.4
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cudahy 1.6 mi 7.5
South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee 1.4 mi 5.7
Lincoln Elementary Cudahy 1.8 mi 6.0
Rawson Elementary South Milwaukee 1.7 mi 4.8
Saint Francis High Saint Francis 2.0 mi 3.3
GUIDANCE ACADEMY South Milwaukee 2.0 mi 6.9
Lakeview Elementary South Milwaukee 2.4 mi 6.1
Willow Glen Primary School Saint Francis 2.3 mi 4.9
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL South Milwaukee 3.0 mi 4.9
Deer Creek Intermediate Saint Francis 2.9 mi 6.6
Blakewood Elementary South Milwaukee 3.0 mi 7.0
ST THOMAS MORE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 3.0 mi 7.0
Fernwood Montessori Milwaukee 3.5 mi 6.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Jones Elementary has a median household income of $66,717. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $201,000, with a median rent of $977/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Columbus Elementary Appleton, WI 5.9
Lake Delton Elementary Lake Delton, WI 5.9
MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waukesha, WI 5.9
RIVERVIEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Appleton, WI 5.9
River Valley Early Learning Center Plain, WI 5.9
Rosendale Primary Rosendale, WI 5.9

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 is ranked #1350 out of 2,102 schools in WI.

What is Jones Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jones Elementary has a composite rating of 5.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jones Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Jones Elementary has 43.5% math proficiency and 44.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

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

City Safety
Elevated (888/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cudahy). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Cudahy School District
District Enrollment
2,054
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,434
District Rank
#4 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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