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#1340 of 2,105 schools in WI
Vel R Phillips School
School · Wauwatosa School District
10201 W Watertown Plank Rd, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,340 of 2,105
In Wauwatosa
#13 of 17
public schools
In district
#13 of 17
Wauwatosa School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Vel R Phillips School
Vel R Phillips School is a public school in Wauwatosa, WI, part of Wauwatosa School District. Vel R Phillips School serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vel R Phillips School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,340 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Vel R Phillips School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- WI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 119 students, Vel R Phillips School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Vel R Phillips School 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.
At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Vel R Phillips School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Vel R Phillips School — Students at Vel R Phillips School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Vel R Phillips School Compares
See how Vel R Phillips School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
10201 W Watertown Plank Rd, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vel R Phillips School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wauwatosa STEM (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wauwatosa, see our Wauwatosa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Underwood Elementary Wauwatosa | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Shared Journeys West Allis | 1.7 mi | — |
| Deeper Learning Virtual Academy West Allis | 1.7 mi | 2.5 |
| McKinley Elementary Wauwatosa | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST CHARLES EDUCATION CENTER Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERDS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wauwatosa | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Wilson Elementary Wauwatosa | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Wauwatosa STEM Wauwatosa | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Whitman Middle Wauwatosa | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Wauwatosa Montessori School Wauwatosa | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| West High Wauwatosa | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Walker Elementary West Allis | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| MARY QUEEN OF SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY-GREENFIELD West Allis | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Eisenhower Elementary Wauwatosa | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| KRADWELL SCHOOL Wauwatosa | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Wauwatosa | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,361
Median Home Value
$301,400
Median Rent
$1,348/mo
Population
18,893
College Educated
59.9%
Homeownership
57.1%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WAUPACA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waupaca, WI | 6.0 |
| BALDWIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Baldwin, WI | 6.1 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF BARABOO Baraboo, WI | 6.3 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coleman, WI | 6.4 |
| Eau Claire Virtual School Eau Claire, WI | 5.0 |
| McKinley Academy Manitowoc, WI | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vel R Phillips School
What grades does Vel R Phillips School serve?
Vel R Phillips School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Vel R Phillips School?
Vel R Phillips School has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vel R Phillips School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vel R Phillips School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vel R Phillips School rank in WI?
Vel R Phillips School ranks #1,340 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Vel R Phillips School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vel R Phillips School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Vel R Phillips School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vel R Phillips School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Vel R Phillips School a charter school?
No, Vel R Phillips School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vel R Phillips School a Title I school?
No, Vel R Phillips School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 257-4857
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Wauwatosa School District- District Enrollment
- 6,761
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,809
- District Rank
- #13 of 17
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