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Walker Elementary

Elementary School · West Allis-West Milwaukee School District

900 S 119th St, West Allis, WI 53214

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,341 of 2,105

In West Allis

#2 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 15

West Allis-West Milwaukee School District

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Walker Elementary

5.8/10

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

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About Walker Elementary

Walker Elementary is a public elementary school in West Allis, WI, part of West Allis-West Milwaukee School District. Walker Elementary serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Walker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,341 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Walker Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.2 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,081
Chronic Absenteeism10.4%

Walker Elementary — Students at Walker Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37.3%
ELA
53.2%
2025
Math
48.1%
ELA
46%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Walker Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
36th percentile in WI
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

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

900 S 119th St, West Allis, WI 53214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walker Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tonawanda Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Elm Grove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wauwatosa Montessori School (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Wauwatosa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Allis, see our West Allis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MARY QUEEN OF SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY-GREENFIELD West Allis 0.2 mi 7.5
Shared Journeys West Allis 0.9 mi
Deeper Learning Virtual Academy West Allis 0.9 mi 2.5
Nathan Hale High West Allis 1.4 mi 4.5
Underwood Elementary Wauwatosa 1.4 mi 5.2
GOOD SHEPHERDS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.2 mi 6.1
Irving Elementary West Allis 1.6 mi 5.2
ST MARY VISITATION SCHOOL Elm Grove 1.8 mi 5.8
Vel R Phillips School Wauwatosa 1.8 mi 5.8
LAMB OF GOD EV LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Allis 1.7 mi 6.9
MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.6 mi 9.5
Orchard Lane Elementary New Berlin 1.8 mi 6.7
Mitchell Elementary West Allis 2.2 mi 6.2
Wauwatosa Montessori School Wauwatosa 2.6 mi 8.1
Tonawanda Elementary Elm Grove 2.5 mi 8.9
Hoover Elementary New Berlin 2.6 mi 5.0
Wilson Elementary West Allis 2.0 mi 5.2
Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate West Allis 2.4 mi 5.5
ST CHARLES EDUCATION CENTER Milwaukee 2.1 mi
Franklin Elementary West Allis 2.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,712

Median Home Value

$178,600

Median Rent

$999/mo

Population

35,010

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

38

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Franklin Elementary Oshkosh, WI 5.8
GRANVILLE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI 5.8
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - VIA Racine, WI 5.8
Hayward Primary Hayward, WI 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walker Elementary

What grades does Walker Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Walker Elementary?

Walker Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walker Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Walker Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walker Elementary rank in WI?

Walker Elementary ranks #1,341 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Walker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Walker Elementary 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 Walker Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walker Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Walker Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Walker Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

43.0% of students at Walker 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
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

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