Below Average
#1770 of 2,105 schools in WI
Kluge Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
5760 N 67th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,770 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#105 of 176
public schools
In district
#88 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Kluge Elementary
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About Kluge Elementary
Kluge Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Kluge Elementary serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kluge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Kluge Elementary show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Kluge Elementary 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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Kluge Elementary — Students at Kluge Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.5%
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: 5.4/10.
How Kluge Elementary Compares
See how Kluge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5760 N 67th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kluge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milwaukee Scholars Charter School (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rocketship Transformation Prep Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Browning Elementary Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Milwaukee Scholars Charter School Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Kilbourn Elementary Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Carmen Mid/Hi Northwest Campus Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lancaster Elementary Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| James Madison Academic Campus Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Hampton Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Barton Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Morse Mid Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Grantosa Drive Elementary Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Green Tree Preparatory Academy Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Bryant Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Congress Elementary Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| EARLY VIEW ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Milwaukee | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Obama School of Career and Technical Education Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,207
Median Home Value
$122,200
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
40,581
College Educated
10.1%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
30.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen-Field Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
| C H Bird Elementary Sun Prairie, WI | 4.6 |
| Cormier School and Early Learning Center Green Bay, WI | 4.6 |
| Eighty-First Street Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
| Goodrich Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
| Kilbourn Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kluge Elementary
What grades does Kluge Elementary serve?
Kluge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kluge Elementary?
Kluge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kluge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kluge 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 Kluge Elementary rank in WI?
Kluge Elementary ranks #1,770 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Kluge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kluge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Kluge Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kluge Elementary has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kluge Elementary a charter school?
No, Kluge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kluge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kluge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kluge Elementary?
94.5% of students at Kluge 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
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.5%
- Phone
- (414) 578-5000
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #88 of 154
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