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#769 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 37% in state

Longfellow Middle

Middle School · Wauwatosa School District

7600 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Enrollment

750

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#769 of 2,105

In Wauwatosa

#8 of 17

public schools

In district

#8 of 17

Wauwatosa School District

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Longfellow Middle

7.3/10

Middle School in Wauwatosa · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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8.8/10

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About Longfellow Middle

Longfellow Middle is a public middle school in Wauwatosa, WI, part of Wauwatosa School District. Longfellow Middle serves approximately 750 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #769 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Middle show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.7 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+12.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,809
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Longfellow Middle — Students at Longfellow Middle score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 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
88%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
74%
ELA
73.5%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Longfellow Middle Compares

See how Longfellow Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
64th percentile in WI
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

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

7600 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Roosevelt Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wauwatosa STEM (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wauwatosa, see our Wauwatosa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
KINGDOM PREP LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.3 mi 8.0
Roosevelt Elementary Wauwatosa 0.3 mi 8.8
Lincoln Elementary Wauwatosa 0.6 mi 8.7
East High Wauwatosa 0.6 mi 6.8
Wauwatosa Virtual Academy Wauwatosa 0.6 mi 4.8
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP Wauwatosa 0.6 mi
WAUWATOSA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.7 mi 6.8
Washington Elementary Wauwatosa 0.6 mi 7.8
Eighty-First Street Elementary Milwaukee 0.8 mi 4.6
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.9 mi 5.4
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa 0.7 mi 6.4
KRADWELL SCHOOL Wauwatosa 1.0 mi 6.8
McKinley Elementary Wauwatosa 0.8 mi 7.6
MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL Milwaukee 1.0 mi 7.8
Milwaukee School of Languages Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.7
Wilson Elementary Wauwatosa 1.2 mi 7.1
Wauwatosa STEM Wauwatosa 1.2 mi 8.1
Jefferson Elementary Wauwatosa 1.4 mi 7.6
ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wauwatosa 1.5 mi 5.8
Milwaukee German Immersion Milwaukee 1.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,144

Median Home Value

$311,200

Median Rent

$1,228/mo

Population

26,293

College Educated

62.6%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

36.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow Middle

What grades does Longfellow Middle serve?

Longfellow Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Longfellow Middle?

Longfellow Middle has an enrollment of approximately 750 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Middle is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Middle rank in WI?

Longfellow Middle ranks #769 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Longfellow Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Middle has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Longfellow Middle a charter school?

No, Longfellow Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Longfellow Middle a Title I school?

No, Longfellow Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow Middle?

18.0% of students at Longfellow Middle 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
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
750
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Wauwatosa School District
District Enrollment
6,761
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,809
District Rank
#8 of 17

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