Below Average
#1660 of 2,105 schools in WI
Longfellow Elementary
Elementary School · Sheboygan Area School District
819 Kentucky Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,660 of 2,105
In Sheboygan
#19 of 24
public schools
In district
#20 of 25
Sheboygan Area School District
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Longfellow Elementary
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About Longfellow Elementary
Longfellow Elementary is a public elementary school in Sheboygan, WI, part of Sheboygan Area School District. Longfellow Elementary serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,660 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Longfellow Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
43% of students at Longfellow 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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Longfellow Elementary — Students at Longfellow Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
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: 4.4/10.
How Longfellow Elementary Compares
See how Longfellow 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
819 Kentucky Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Longfellow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST CHILD ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sheboygan, see our Sheboygan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| George D Warriner High School for Personalized Learning Sheboygan | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| George D Warriner Middle Sheboygan | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Etude High Sheboygan | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Sheboygan Leadership Academy Sheboygan | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Etude Middle Sheboygan | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Central High Sheboygan | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Farnsworth Middle Sheboygan | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Sheridan Elementary Sheboygan | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| CHRIST CHILD ACADEMY Sheboygan | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheboygan | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON Sheboygan | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Early Learning Center Sheboygan | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Grant Elementary Sheboygan | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| South High Sheboygan | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| James Madison Elementary Sheboygan | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Wilson Elementary Sheboygan | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Sheboygan | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sheboygan | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,401
Median Home Value
$169,700
Median Rent
$866/mo
Population
43,146
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
16.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barton Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.9 |
| Beaumont Elementary Green Bay, WI | 4.9 |
| Engleburg Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.9 |
| John Marshall Elementary Wausau, WI | 4.9 |
| Menominee Tribal School Neopit, WI | 4.9 |
| ST JACOBI EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield, WI | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Longfellow Elementary
What grades does Longfellow Elementary serve?
Longfellow Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary?
Longfellow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Longfellow Elementary rank in WI?
Longfellow Elementary ranks #1,660 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Longfellow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Longfellow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Longfellow Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Longfellow Elementary a charter school?
No, Longfellow Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Longfellow Elementary a Title I school?
No, Longfellow Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Elementary?
90.2% of students at Longfellow 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sheboygan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (920) 459-3580
Resources & Links
District
Sheboygan Area School District- District Enrollment
- 9,427
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,962
- District Rank
- #20 of 25
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