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#866 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 41% in state

Mitchell Elementary

Elementary School · Cudahy School District

5950 S Illinois Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110

Enrollment

412

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#866 of 2,105

In Cudahy

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Cudahy School District

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Mitchell Elementary

7.0/10

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

Cudahy Middle

5.3/10

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4.6/10

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About Mitchell Elementary

Mitchell Elementary is a public elementary school in Cudahy, WI, part of Cudahy School District. Mitchell Elementary serves approximately 412 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mitchell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #866 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Mitchell Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.6% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg0 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,434
Chronic Absenteeism28.9%

Mitchell Elementary — Students at Mitchell Elementary score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 43.7% (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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
37.4%
ELA
35.5%
2025
Math
38.6%
ELA
51.2%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Mitchell Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
59th percentile in WI
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

Location

5950 S Illinois Ave, Cudahy, WI 53110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mitchell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. E W Luther Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby South Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Glen Primary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Saint Francis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jones Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cudahy, see our Cudahy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Cudahy Middle Cudahy 0.6 mi 5.3
South Milwaukee High South Milwaukee 1.0 mi 4.6
South Milwaukee Middle South Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.1
Jones Elementary Cudahy 1.0 mi 7.5
DIVINE MERCY SCHOOL South Milwaukee 1.0 mi 6.6
Rawson Elementary South Milwaukee 1.4 mi 5.3
Kosciuszko Elementary Cudahy 1.2 mi 7.2
GUIDANCE ACADEMY South Milwaukee 1.6 mi 6.9
E W Luther Elementary South Milwaukee 1.6 mi 8.9
Cudahy High Cudahy 1.8 mi 3.9
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cudahy 2.0 mi 7.5
Willow Glen Primary School Saint Francis 2.2 mi 7.6
Lincoln Elementary Cudahy 2.1 mi 5.7
Lakeview Elementary South Milwaukee 2.4 mi 6.6
Saint Francis High Saint Francis 2.4 mi 3.4
Blakewood Elementary South Milwaukee 2.7 mi 6.3
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL South Milwaukee 2.8 mi 4.9
Burdick Elementary Milwaukee 2.5 mi 4.7
Deer Creek Intermediate Saint Francis 2.9 mi 6.8
ST THOMAS MORE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 3.0 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,717

Median Home Value

$201,000

Median Rent

$977/mo

Population

17,964

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

42.3

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Erin Elementary Hartford, WI 7.0
Great Lakes Elementary Superior, WI 7.0
Houdini Elementary Appleton, WI 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mitchell Elementary

What grades does Mitchell Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Mitchell Elementary?

Mitchell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 412 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mitchell Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Mitchell Elementary is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mitchell Elementary rank in WI?

Mitchell Elementary ranks #866 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Mitchell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Mitchell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Mitchell Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mitchell Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mitchell Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Mitchell Elementary a Title I school?

No, Mitchell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

63.6% of students at Mitchell 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
412
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.9%

District

Cudahy School District
District Enrollment
2,054
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,434
District Rank
#3 of 6

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