Very Good
#786 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 37% in state
Kosciuszko Elementary
Elementary School · Cudahy School District
5252 S Kirkwood Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#786 of 2,105
In Cudahy
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Cudahy School District
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Kosciuszko Elementary
Elementary School in Cudahy · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kosciuszko Elementary
Kosciuszko Elementary is a public elementary school in Cudahy, WI, part of Cudahy School District. Kosciuszko Elementary serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kosciuszko Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #786 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Kosciuszko Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Kosciuszko 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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Kosciuszko Elementary — Students at Kosciuszko Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.6%
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: 7.6/10.
How Kosciuszko Elementary Compares
See how Kosciuszko Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5252 S Kirkwood Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kosciuszko Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E W Luther Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby South Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Glen Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Saint Francis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jones Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cudahy, see our Cudahy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cudahy High Cudahy | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Jones Elementary Cudahy | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cudahy | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Cudahy Middle Cudahy | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Elementary Cudahy | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Saint Francis High Saint Francis | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL South Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Mitchell Elementary Cudahy | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Willow Glen Primary School Saint Francis | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| South Milwaukee High South Milwaukee | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Deer Creek Intermediate Saint Francis | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Rawson Elementary South Milwaukee | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST THOMAS MORE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| GUIDANCE ACADEMY South Milwaukee | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Fernwood Montessori Milwaukee | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Lakeview Elementary South Milwaukee | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Clement Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Burdick Elementary Milwaukee | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
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
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|---|---|
| ACE Alliance Charter Elementary Neenah, WI | 7.2 |
| Athens Elementary Athens, WI | 7.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 7.2 |
| Barlow Park Charter School Ripon, WI | 7.2 |
| Brookwood Elementary Genoa City, WI | 7.2 |
| Florence Elementary Florence, WI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kosciuszko Elementary
What grades does Kosciuszko Elementary serve?
Kosciuszko Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Kosciuszko Elementary?
Kosciuszko Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kosciuszko Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Kosciuszko Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kosciuszko Elementary rank in WI?
Kosciuszko Elementary ranks #786 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Kosciuszko Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Kosciuszko Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Kosciuszko Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kosciuszko Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kosciuszko Elementary a charter school?
No, Kosciuszko Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kosciuszko Elementary a Title I school?
No, Kosciuszko Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kosciuszko Elementary?
72.6% of students at Kosciuszko 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (414) 294-7200
Resources & Links
District
Cudahy School District- District Enrollment
- 2,054
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,434
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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