Average
#1449 of 2,105 schools in WI
Westside Academy
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
1940 N 36th St, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,449 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#56 of 176
public schools
In district
#40 of 154
Milwaukee School District
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Westside Academy
Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westside Academy
Westside Academy is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Westside Academy serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Westside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,449 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Westside Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Westside Academy 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 Westside Academy 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.
69% of students at Westside Academy 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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Westside Academy — Students at Westside Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 7.4/10.
How Westside Academy Compares
See how Westside Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1940 N 36th St, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westside Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brown Street Academy (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Transition High Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Metcalfe Elementary Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Starms Early Childhood Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Starms Discovery Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Bethune Academy Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Next Door Charter Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - PRIMA Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Groppi High Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Clarke Street Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Woodlands School - State Street Campus Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 2.1 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Brown Street Academy Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Milwaukee High School of the Arts Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Pathways High Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Story Elementary Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| WHS Information Technology Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Jackson Elementary Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,585
Median Home Value
$196,300
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
27,407
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
39.7%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
25%
Median Age
33.2
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|---|---|
| Dimensions of Learning Academy Kenosha, WI | 5.5 |
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| Lindbergh Elementary Madison, WI | 5.5 |
| MARTIN LUTHER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh, WI | 5.5 |
| Marengo Valley Elementary Ashland, WI | 5.5 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sun Prairie, WI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westside Academy
What grades does Westside Academy serve?
Westside Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Westside Academy?
Westside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westside Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Westside Academy is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westside Academy rank in WI?
Westside Academy ranks #1,449 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Westside Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Westside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Westside Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westside Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Westside Academy a charter school?
No, Westside Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westside Academy a Title I school?
No, Westside Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westside Academy?
95.5% of students at Westside Academy 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.8%
- Phone
- (414) 934-5000
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #40 of 154
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