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#1508 of 2,105 schools in WI
Keefe Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
1618 W Keefe Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53206
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,508 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#61 of 176
public schools
In district
#45 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Keefe Avenue Elementary
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About Keefe Avenue Elementary
Keefe Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Keefe Avenue Elementary serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Keefe Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,508 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Keefe Avenue Elementary show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Keefe Avenue 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.
Test scores at Keefe Avenue Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Keefe Avenue Elementary — Students at Keefe Avenue Elementary score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 6.6/10.
How Keefe Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Keefe Avenue 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
1618 W Keefe Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keefe Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barbee Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIVINE DESTINY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, King Jr Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew S Douglas Middle Milwaukee | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| DIVINE DESTINY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LaFollette Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Franklin Elementary Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| King International Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Auer Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Hopkins Lloyd Community School Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| NOVA-Northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Jackson Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| BELIEVERS IN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| North Division High Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| King Jr Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| GARDEN HOMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Barbee Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SEUPER Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - SEMPER Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,995
Median Home Value
$70,800
Median Rent
$998/mo
Population
20,219
College Educated
7.2%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
37.3%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lake Superior Elementary Superior, WI | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Reedsburg, WI | 5.3 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Portage, WI | 5.3 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Big Bend, WI | 5.2 |
| CROWN OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Atkinson, WI | 5.2 |
| Downsville Elementary Downsville, WI | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keefe Avenue Elementary
What grades does Keefe Avenue Elementary serve?
Keefe Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Keefe Avenue Elementary?
Keefe Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keefe Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Keefe Avenue Elementary 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 Keefe Avenue Elementary rank in WI?
Keefe Avenue Elementary ranks #1,508 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Keefe Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Keefe Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Keefe Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keefe Avenue Elementary has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Keefe Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Keefe Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Keefe Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Keefe Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keefe Avenue Elementary?
96.1% of students at Keefe Avenue 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 267-4800
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #45 of 154
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