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Stuart Elementary

Elementary School · Milwaukee School District

7001 N 86th St, Milwaukee, WI 53224

Enrollment

295

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,405 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#52 of 176

public schools

In district

#36 of 154

Milwaukee School District

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Stuart Elementary

5.6/10

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

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4.4/10

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About Stuart Elementary

Stuart Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Stuart Elementary serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Stuart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,405 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Stuart Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Stuart 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-32.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.1 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815
Chronic Absenteeism52.2%

Stuart Elementary — Students at Stuart Elementary score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.5%

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 19.6% (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
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
11.8%
ELA
15%
2025
Math
21.5%
ELA
25.1%

* 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 Stuart Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in WI
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.2%

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

7001 N 86th St, Milwaukee, WI 53224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stuart Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milwaukee Scholars Charter School (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy Milwaukee 0.2 mi 4.4
Morse Mid Milwaukee 0.6 mi 3.0
Bruce Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 5.0
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 3.9
Harold S Vincent School of Agricultural Science Milwaukee 0.9 mi 5.4
Vincent Accelerated Academy Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.6
DESTINY HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.8 mi 5.4
EARLY VIEW ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.6
James Madison Academic Campus Milwaukee 1.4 mi 4.9
NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.5 mi 7.4
Bryant Elementary Milwaukee 1.7 mi 4.8
SALEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.3 mi 5.8
GRANVILLE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.7 mi 5.8
Maple Tree Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 5.3
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School Milwaukee 1.6 mi 6.9
GREATER HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.9 mi 6.0
Goodrich Elementary Milwaukee 1.8 mi 4.6
MILWAUKEE SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.6 mi 6.8
Carmen Mid/Hi Northwest Campus Milwaukee 2.1 mi 5.0
Kluge Elementary Milwaukee 2.0 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,727

Median Home Value

$194,600

Median Rent

$1,160/mo

Population

21,445

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

24.9%

Median Age

29

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Hadfield Elementary Waukesha, WI 5.6
Jefferson Elementary Appleton, WI 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stuart Elementary

What grades does Stuart Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Stuart Elementary?

Stuart Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stuart Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stuart Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stuart Elementary rank in WI?

Stuart Elementary ranks #1,405 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Stuart Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stuart Elementary 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 Stuart Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stuart Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stuart Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Stuart Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

91.5% of students at Stuart 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
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.2%

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