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#441 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 21% in state

Lake Bluff Elementary

Elementary School · Shorewood School District

1600 E Lake Bluff Blvd, Shorewood, WI 53211

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#441 of 2,105

In Shorewood

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Shorewood School District

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Bluff Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in Shorewood · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Shorewood High

6.3/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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Nearby

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About Lake Bluff Elementary

Lake Bluff Elementary is a public elementary school in Shorewood, WI, part of Shorewood School District. Lake Bluff Elementary serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Bluff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #441 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Bluff Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+19.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.2 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,861
Chronic Absenteeism12.2%

Lake Bluff Elementary — Students at Lake Bluff Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 36 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
78.5%
ELA
68.5%
2025
Math
73.4%
ELA
73.4%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Lake Bluff Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
79th percentile in WI
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1600 E Lake Bluff Blvd, Shorewood, WI 53211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Bluff Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atwater Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cumberland Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Whitefish Bay), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST ROBERT SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shorewood, see our Shorewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Shorewood High Shorewood 0.6 mi 6.3
New Horizons for Learning Shorewood 0.6 mi
Atwater Elementary Shorewood 0.5 mi 8.4
Shorewood Intermediate Shorewood 0.6 mi 7.5
Cumberland Elementary Whitefish Bay 0.6 mi 7.9
ST ROBERT SCHOOL Shorewood 0.6 mi 7.8
HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Whitefish Bay 0.7 mi 7.8
Whitefish Bay High Whitefish Bay 0.9 mi 7.2
Southeastern Milwaukee 0.8 mi
Whitefish Bay Middle Whitefish Bay 1.1 mi 8.6
Hartford Avenue Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 2.8
Gaenslen Elementary Milwaukee 1.5 mi 3.5
Fratney Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 3.9
Riverside High Milwaukee 1.8 mi 3.7
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale 1.3 mi 5.4
WISCONSIN INSTITUTE FOR TORAH STUDY Milwaukee 1.6 mi 3.9
ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.8 mi 7.2
ST MONICA SCHOOL Whitefish Bay 1.8 mi 7.3
MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee 1.8 mi 4.9
Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee 2.0 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,206

Median Home Value

$413,500

Median Rent

$1,225/mo

Population

34,427

College Educated

74%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

30.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Addison Elementary Hartford, WI 8.0
Belleville Elementary Belleville, WI 8.0
Cadott Elementary Cadott, WI 8.0
Chappell Elementary Green Bay, WI 8.0
Clovis Grove Elementary Menasha, WI 8.0
Country Dale Elementary Franklin, WI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Bluff Elementary

What grades does Lake Bluff Elementary serve?

Lake Bluff Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Lake Bluff Elementary?

Lake Bluff Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Bluff Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Bluff Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Bluff Elementary rank in WI?

Lake Bluff Elementary ranks #441 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Lake Bluff Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Bluff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Lake Bluff Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Bluff Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lake Bluff Elementary a charter school?

No, Lake Bluff Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lake Bluff Elementary a Title I school?

No, Lake Bluff Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Bluff Elementary?

22.1% of students at Lake Bluff 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

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

District

Shorewood School District
District Enrollment
1,927
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,861
District Rank
#2 of 4

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