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Vieau Elementary

Elementary School · Milwaukee School District

823 S 4th St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Enrollment

684

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,622 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#75 of 176

public schools

In district

#58 of 154

Milwaukee School District

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Vieau Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.9/10

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About Vieau Elementary

Vieau Elementary is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Vieau Elementary serves approximately 684 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Vieau Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,622 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Vieau Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Vieau 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 Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-36.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.7 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815
Chronic Absenteeism32%

Vieau Elementary — Students at Vieau Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 20.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 21.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 40 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
51%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
18%
ELA
11%
2012
Math
20%
ELA
9%
2013
Math
19%
ELA
11%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
13.5%
ELA
18.5%
2025
Math
17.9%
ELA
15.5%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Vieau Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in WI
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

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

823 S 4th St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vieau Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bruce Guadalupe (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Forest Home Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSAPHAT PARISH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Bradley Technology High Milwaukee 0.1 mi 3.9
United Community Center Acosta Middle School Milwaukee 0.2 mi 7.6
Bruce Guadalupe Milwaukee 0.3 mi 7.8
Allen-Field Elementary Milwaukee 0.6 mi 4.6
La Causa Charter School Milwaukee 0.7 mi 4.8
Kagel Elementary Milwaukee 0.6 mi 4.2
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.9 mi 3.8
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee 0.7 mi 5.4
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee 0.7 mi 5.0
Project STAY-Supporting Teachers and Youth Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.5
Hayes Bilingual School Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.5
South Division High Milwaukee 1.0 mi 4.5
South Accelerated Academy Milwaukee 1.0 mi 6.1
Tenor High Milwaukee 1.3 mi 6.1
Forest Home Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 6.2
CRISTO REY JESUIT MILWAUKEE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.6
ST JOSAPHAT PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.4 mi 6.0
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center Milwaukee 1.4 mi
Riley Dual Language Montessori School Milwaukee 1.5 mi 4.3
Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning Milwaukee 1.6 mi 2.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,645

Median Home Value

$106,000

Median Rent

$964/mo

Population

40,008

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

26.4%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

32.6%

Median Age

29.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vieau Elementary

What grades does Vieau Elementary serve?

Vieau Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Vieau Elementary?

Vieau Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 684 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vieau Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Vieau Elementary is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vieau Elementary rank in WI?

Vieau Elementary ranks #1,622 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Vieau Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Vieau 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 Vieau Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vieau Elementary has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Vieau Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Vieau Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

90.9% of students at Vieau 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
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.0%

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