Average
#1621 of 2,105 schools in WI
Story Elementary
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
3815 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,621 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#74 of 176
public schools
In district
#57 of 154
Milwaukee School District
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Story Elementary
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About Story Elementary
Story Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Story Elementary serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Story Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,621 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Story Elementary show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Story 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.
Story Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.
61% of students at Story 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
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Story Elementary — Students at Story Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.2%
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: 7.2/10.
How Story Elementary Compares
See how Story Elementary 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
3815 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Story Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESSMER SAINT ROSE (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MESSMER ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Woodlands School - State Street Campus Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 2.1 |
| Pathways High Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Bethune Academy Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MESSMER ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MESSMER SAINT ROSE Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Transition High Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Groppi High Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Westside Academy Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Escuela Verde Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Milwaukee High School of the Arts Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Metcalfe Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Woodlands School Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| TRANSCENTER FOR YOUTH/EL PUENTE HIGH Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Starms Discovery Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Hawley Environmental School Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,585
Median Home Value
$196,300
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
27,407
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
39.7%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brener Elementary Shawano, WI | 5.0 |
| Bruce Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 5.0 |
| Clement Avenue Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 5.0 |
| Franklin Elementary West Allis, WI | 5.0 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - SEMPER Milwaukee, WI | 5.0 |
| Hoover Elementary New Berlin, WI | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Story Elementary
What grades does Story Elementary serve?
Story Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Story Elementary?
Story Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Story Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Story Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Story Elementary rank in WI?
Story Elementary ranks #1,621 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Story Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Story Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Story Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Story Elementary has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Story Elementary a charter school?
No, Story Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Story Elementary a Title I school?
No, Story Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Story Elementary?
91.2% of students at Story 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.5%
- Phone
- (414) 934-4800
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #57 of 154
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