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Pratt Elementary

Elementary School · Milwaukee School District

5131 N Green Bay Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53209

Enrollment

309

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,473 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#58 of 176

public schools

In district

#42 of 154

Milwaukee School District

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Pratt Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pratt Elementary

Pratt Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Pratt Elementary serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pratt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,473 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Pratt Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Pratt 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.

43% of students at Pratt 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

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-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-49.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-38.5 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815
Chronic Absenteeism43.4%

Pratt Elementary — Students at Pratt Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 18.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (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
32%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
2.5%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
7.6%
ELA
5%
2025
Math
5%
ELA
12.7%

* 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 Pratt Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in WI
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

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

5131 N Green Bay Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pratt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barbee Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkway Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIVINE DESTINY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 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
EASTBROOK ACADEMY Milwaukee 0.3 mi 7.8
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School Milwaukee 0.4 mi 3.0
Barbee Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 6.6
Parkway Elementary Glendale 1.0 mi 6.6
King International Milwaukee 1.2 mi 5.7
GARDEN HOMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.2 mi 4.7
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale 1.1 mi 5.4
BELIEVERS IN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.5 mi 8.1
HOLY REDEEMER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.2 mi 4.8
MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee 1.6 mi 4.7
DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.3 mi 8.5
ASSATA High Milwaukee 1.4 mi 4.5
Banner Preparatory School of Milwaukee Milwaukee 1.4 mi 8.1
Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy Milwaukee 1.6 mi 5.1
DIVINE DESTINY SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.8 mi 6.5
Glen Hills Middle Glendale 1.8 mi 6.8
Thurston Woods Elementary Milwaukee 1.5 mi 4.4
Andrew S Douglas Middle Milwaukee 1.8 mi 7.1
Franklin Elementary Milwaukee 1.8 mi 3.4
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SEUPER Milwaukee 1.7 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,288

Median Home Value

$150,200

Median Rent

$980/mo

Population

44,963

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

41.7%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

24.4%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pratt Elementary

What grades does Pratt Elementary serve?

Pratt Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pratt Elementary?

Pratt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pratt Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pratt Elementary is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pratt Elementary rank in WI?

Pratt Elementary ranks #1,473 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Pratt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pratt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Pratt Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pratt Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pratt Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Pratt Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

92.2% of students at Pratt 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
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

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