Below Average
#1771 of 2,105 schools in WI
Lancaster Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
4931 N 68th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,771 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#106 of 176
public schools
In district
#89 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Lancaster Elementary
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About Lancaster Elementary
Lancaster Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Lancaster Elementary serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lancaster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,771 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Lancaster Elementary show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 9% 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
Test scores at Lancaster 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.
Lancaster Elementary runs 22.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
100% of students at Lancaster 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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Lancaster Elementary — Students at Lancaster Elementary score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 6.9/10.
How Lancaster Elementary Compares
See how Lancaster 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
4931 N 68th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lancaster Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milwaukee Scholars Charter School (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kilbourn Elementary Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Rocketship Transformation Prep Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Carmen Mid/Hi Northwest Campus Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Browning Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Marshall High Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Kluge Elementary Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Craig Montessori School Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Grantosa Drive Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Hampton Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Milwaukee Environmental Science Academy Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Congress Elementary Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Milwaukee Scholars Charter School Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| HAPA-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12 Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| BLESSED SAVIOR SCHOOL-WEST CAMPUS Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHWEST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| James Madison Academic Campus Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Carson Academy Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Milwaukee German Immersion Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Kluge Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lancaster Elementary
What grades does Lancaster Elementary serve?
Lancaster Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lancaster Elementary?
Lancaster Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lancaster Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lancaster Elementary is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lancaster Elementary rank in WI?
Lancaster Elementary ranks #1,771 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Lancaster Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lancaster 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 Lancaster Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lancaster Elementary has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lancaster Elementary a charter school?
No, Lancaster Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lancaster Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lancaster Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lancaster Elementary?
90.0% of students at Lancaster 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 99.7%
- Phone
- (414) 393-5500
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #89 of 154
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