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Woodlands School

Elementary School · Woodlands School Inc

Bluemound Campus 5510 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53208

Charter

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,302 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#43 of 176

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Woodlands School Inc

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Woodlands School

5.8/10

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

Hawley Environmental School

3.1/10

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7.5/10

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About Woodlands School

Woodlands School is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Woodlands School Inc. Woodlands School serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlands School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,302 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Woodlands School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 4.0
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Woodlands School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.9% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.5% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-18.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Woodlands School — Students at Woodlands School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 54.8% (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
72%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
29.4%
ELA
44.5%
2025
Math
35.9%
ELA
53.5%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Woodlands School Compares

See how Woodlands School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in WI
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

Location

Bluemound Campus 5510 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodlands School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wauwatosa), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST SEBASTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Wauwatosa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hawley Environmental School Milwaukee 0.2 mi 3.1
MacDowell Montessori School K3-12 Milwaukee 0.6 mi 7.5
Burbank Elementary Milwaukee 0.8 mi 3.8
Neeskara Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 3.4
MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.1 mi 6.8
ST SEBASTIAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.2 mi 7.7
ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee 1.2 mi
Jefferson Elementary Wauwatosa 0.9 mi 7.6
West Milwaukee Intermediate West Milwaukee 1.4 mi 4.9
Story Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.0
Pershing Elementary West Milwaukee 1.5 mi 5.5
Hi-Mount Elementary Milwaukee 1.5 mi 4.0
Horace Mann Elementary West Allis 1.7 mi 3.8
Milwaukee French Immersion Milwaukee 1.7 mi 5.0
ST VINCENT PALLOTTI SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.3 mi 7.3
Washington Elementary Wauwatosa 1.6 mi 7.8
KRADWELL SCHOOL Wauwatosa 1.4 mi 6.8
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP Wauwatosa 1.5 mi
Escuela Verde Milwaukee 1.5 mi 6.5
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.3 mi 5.4

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Algoma Elementary Algoma, WI 5.8
Elmore Elementary Green Bay, WI 5.8
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 Woodlands School

What grades does Woodlands School serve?

Woodlands School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Woodlands School?

Woodlands School has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlands School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodlands School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodlands School rank in WI?

Woodlands School ranks #1,302 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Woodlands School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodlands 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 Woodlands School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlands School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodlands School a charter school?

Yes, Woodlands School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Woodlands School a Title I school?

No, Woodlands School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlands School?

33.8% of students at Woodlands 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

District

Woodlands School Inc
District Enrollment
568
Schools in District
2
District Rank
#1 of 2

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