Below Average
#1868 of 2,105 schools in WI
U S Grant School
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
2920 W Grant St, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,868 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#121 of 176
public schools
In district
#103 of 154
Milwaukee School District
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U S Grant School
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About U S Grant School
U S Grant School is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. U S Grant School serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. U S Grant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,868 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for U S Grant School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at U S Grant School 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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U S Grant School — Students at U S Grant School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
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: 4.5/10.
How U S Grant School Compares
See how U S Grant School 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
2920 W Grant St, Milwaukee, WI 53215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering U S Grant School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocketship Southside Community Prep (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Seeds of Health Elementary Program (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lad Lake Synergy School Milwaukee | 0.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Carmen High School of Science and Technology South Campus Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ALBA - Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Rogers Street Academy Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenfield Bilingual Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| NATIVITY JESUIT ACADEMY Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Rocketship Southside Community Prep Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Seeds of Health Elementary Program Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Mitchell Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Doerfler Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| CHRIST-ST PETER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| TRANSCENTER FOR YOUTH/EL PUENTE HIGH Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Pulaski High Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Veritas High Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Carmen Hi Southeast Campus Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Longfellow Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Escuela Verde Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Carmen Middle School South Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,207
Median Home Value
$148,400
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
58,375
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
47.2%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
31.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Johnson Elementary Racine, WI | 4.3 |
| Kennedy Elementary Madison, WI | 4.3 |
| Greenfield Bilingual Milwaukee, WI | 4.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary West Allis, WI | 4.2 |
| Keshena Primary Keshena, WI | 4.2 |
| Pineview Elementary Reedsburg, WI | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about U S Grant School
What grades does U S Grant School serve?
U S Grant School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend U S Grant School?
U S Grant School has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at U S Grant School?
The student-teacher ratio at U S Grant School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does U S Grant School rank in WI?
U S Grant School ranks #1,868 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is U S Grant School's MySchoolScout rating?
U S Grant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 U S Grant School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, U S Grant School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is U S Grant School a charter school?
No, U S Grant School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is U S Grant School a Title I school?
No, U S Grant School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for U S Grant School?
99.8% of students at U S Grant School 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
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.3%
- Phone
- (414) 902-8000
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #103 of 154
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