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#500 of 571 private schools in WI

Malaika Early Learning Center

Elementary School

125 W AUER AVE, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Private

Enrollment

55

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#500 of 571

In Milwaukee

#66 of 74

public schools

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Malaika Early Learning Center

4.9/10

Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

King JR Elementary

5.4/10

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King International Baccalaureate Middle

6.6/10

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

About Malaika Early Learning Center

Malaika Early Learning Center is a private elementary school in Milwaukee, WI. Malaika Early Learning Center serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Malaika Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #500 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Malaika Early Learning Center show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.9 pts below WI schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, Malaika Early Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Malaika Early Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Malaika Early Learning Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Malaika Early Learning Center compares to 128 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
This School
vs
21.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
55
This School
vs
420
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Malaika Early Learning Center Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Malaika Early Learning Center (this school) 4.9
King Jr Elementary 5.4
Fratney Elementary 3.9
LaFollette Elementary 4.8
Riverwest Elementary 3.2
Gaenslen Elementary 3.5
Holmes Elementary 4.8
Hopkins Lloyd Community School 4.5
Keefe Avenue Elementary 5.3
Grant Gordon Learning Center 5.2
Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus 7.0
Carver Academy 5.1
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- Lloyd Street 7.0
Jackson Elementary 4.8
Hartford Avenue Elementary 2.8
Auer Avenue Elementary 5.1
Franklin Elementary 3.4
Elm Creative Arts Elementary 3.3
Golda Meir School 5.8
Cass Street Elementary 3.9
Maryland Montessori 6.8

Showing 20 of 128 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 55
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
42.8% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
42.8% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

125 W AUER AVE, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Malaika Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIVINE DESTINY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
King Jr Elementary Milwaukee 0.2 mi 5.4
King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee 0.5 mi 6.6
ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.4 mi 7.2
Fratney Elementary Milwaukee 0.5 mi 3.9
LaFollette Elementary Milwaukee 0.6 mi 4.8
Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 3.2
CLARA MOHAMMED SCHOOL INC. Milwaukee 0.9 mi 8.8
Holmes Elementary Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.8
MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee 1.0 mi 4.7
North Division High Milwaukee 0.9 mi 6.1
Gaenslen Elementary Milwaukee 0.8 mi 3.5
ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.2 mi 5.7
DIVINE DESTINY SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.0 mi 6.5
Grant Gordon Learning Center Milwaukee 1.2 mi 5.2
Southeastern Milwaukee 1.3 mi
Carver Academy Milwaukee 1.4 mi 5.1
Hopkins Lloyd Community School Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.5
Keefe Avenue Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.3
CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.2 mi 6.2
Riverside High Milwaukee 1.2 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,679

Median Home Value

$204,300

Median Rent

$1,038/mo

Population

29,099

College Educated

37.3%

Homeownership

32.4%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

26.2%

Median Age

31

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Middleton, WI 4.9
ST ADALBERT SCHOOL Rosholt, WI 5.0
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Iron Ridge, WI 5.0
ST PETERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Helenville, WI 4.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Minocqua, WI 4.8
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wrightstown, WI 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Malaika Early Learning Center

What grades does Malaika Early Learning Center serve?

Malaika Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Malaika Early Learning Center?

Malaika Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Malaika Early Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Malaika Early Learning Center is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Malaika Early Learning Center rank in WI?

Malaika Early Learning Center ranks #500 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Malaika Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Malaika Early Learning Center 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 Malaika Early Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Malaika Early Learning Center has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Malaika Early Learning Center a private school?

Yes, Malaika Early Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Malaika Early Learning Center a religious school?

No, Malaika Early Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
55
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County

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