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#1406 of 2,105 schools in WI
Rogers Street Academy
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
2430 W Rogers St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,406 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#53 of 176
public schools
In district
#37 of 154
Milwaukee School District
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Rogers Street Academy
Rogers Street Academy is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Rogers Street Academy serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rogers Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,406 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Rogers Street Academy show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rogers Street Academy 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.
45% of students at Rogers Street Academy 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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Rogers Street Academy — Students at Rogers Street Academy score 19% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 7.0/10.
How Rogers Street Academy Compares
See how Rogers Street Academy 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
2430 W Rogers St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rogers Street Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seeds of Health Elementary Program (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rocketship Southside Community Prep (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,645
Median Home Value
$106,000
Median Rent
$964/mo
Population
40,008
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
26.4%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
29.1
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| ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 5.6 |
| Crandon Elementary Crandon, WI | 5.6 |
| HALES CORNERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners, WI | 5.6 |
| Hillcrest Primary School Shawano, WI | 5.6 |
| Walworth Elementary Walworth, WI | 5.6 |
| Hayes Bilingual School Milwaukee, WI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rogers Street Academy
What grades does Rogers Street Academy serve?
Rogers Street Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Rogers Street Academy?
Rogers Street Academy has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rogers Street Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Rogers Street Academy is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rogers Street Academy rank in WI?
Rogers Street Academy ranks #1,406 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Rogers Street Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Rogers Street Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Rogers Street Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rogers Street Academy has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Rogers Street Academy a charter school?
No, Rogers Street Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rogers Street Academy a Title I school?
No, Rogers Street Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rogers Street Academy?
93.0% of students at Rogers Street Academy 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.6%
- Phone
- (414) 902-1100
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #37 of 154
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