Below Average
#1934 of 2,105 schools in WI
Starms Discovery
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
2035 N 25th St, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,934 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#140 of 176
public schools
In district
#121 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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Starms Discovery
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About Starms Discovery
Starms Discovery is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Starms Discovery serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Starms Discovery has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,934 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Starms Discovery show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
89% of students at Starms Discovery 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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Starms Discovery — Students at Starms Discovery score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
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: 5.2/10.
How Starms Discovery Compares
See how Starms Discovery 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
2035 N 25th St, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Starms Discovery may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Community School (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Starms Early Childhood Milwaukee | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - PRIMA Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Westside Academy Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Brown Street Academy Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Next Door Charter Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Groppi High Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Clarke Street Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Metcalfe Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Transition High Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Milwaukee High School of the Arts Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Shalom High Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Jackson Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Bethune Academy Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodlands School - State Street Campus Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Highland Community School Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Siefert Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,300
Median Home Value
$122,100
Median Rent
$803/mo
Population
9,091
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
27.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
41.9%
Median Age
28.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hi-Mount Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.0 |
| ST PETERS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac, WI | 4.0 |
| STAR OF BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Berlin, WI | 4.0 |
| Townsend Street Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.0 |
| Curtin Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 4.1 |
| Hoover Elementary Neenah, WI | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Starms Discovery
What grades does Starms Discovery serve?
Starms Discovery serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Starms Discovery?
Starms Discovery has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Starms Discovery?
The student-teacher ratio at Starms Discovery is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Starms Discovery rank in WI?
Starms Discovery ranks #1,934 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Starms Discovery's MySchoolScout rating?
Starms Discovery has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Starms Discovery?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Starms Discovery has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Starms Discovery a charter school?
No, Starms Discovery is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Starms Discovery a Title I school?
No, Starms Discovery is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Starms Discovery?
96.5% of students at Starms Discovery 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
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.1%
- Phone
- (414) 934-4900
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #121 of 154
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