Needs Improvement
#1969 of 2,105 schools in WI
Based on limited data
Starms Early Childhood
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
2616 W Garfield Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 172 schools in Milwaukee. Learn more
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,969 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#148 of 176
public schools
In district
#129 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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About Starms Early Childhood
Starms Early Childhood is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Starms Early Childhood serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Starms Early Childhood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,969 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Starms Early Childhood runs 22.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Starms Early Childhood Compares
See how Starms Early Childhood performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2616 W Garfield Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Starms Early Childhood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood 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 |
|---|---|
| Brass Community School Kenosha, WI | 3.8 |
| Fifty-Third Street Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 3.8 |
| Horace Mann Elementary West Allis, WI | 3.8 |
| Howe Elementary Green Bay, WI | 3.8 |
| McKinley Elementary Kenosha, WI | 3.8 |
| Merrill Elementary Oshkosh, WI | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Starms Early Childhood
What grades does Starms Early Childhood serve?
Starms Early Childhood serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Starms Early Childhood?
Starms Early Childhood has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Starms Early Childhood?
The student-teacher ratio at Starms Early Childhood is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Starms Early Childhood rank in WI?
Starms Early Childhood ranks #1,969 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Starms Early Childhood's MySchoolScout rating?
Starms Early Childhood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Starms Early Childhood a charter school?
No, Starms Early Childhood is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Starms Early Childhood a Title I school?
No, Starms Early Childhood is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Starms Early Childhood?
96.3% of students at Starms Early Childhood 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 269
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (414) 934-4700
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #129 of 154
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