Needs Improvement
#2101 of 2,105 schools in WI
Based on limited data
Woodlands School - State Street Campus
Elementary School · Woodlands School Inc
State Street Campus 3121 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
2.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
2.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#2,101 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#176 of 176
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Woodlands School Inc
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Woodlands School - State Street Campus
Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Woodlands School - State Street Campus
Woodlands School - State Street Campus is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Woodlands School Inc. Woodlands School - State Street Campus serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlands School - State Street Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,101 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Woodlands School - State Street Campus show 10% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 2.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Woodlands School - State Street Campus 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.
Woodlands School - State Street Campus 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.
56% of students at Woodlands School - State Street Campus 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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Woodlands School - State Street Campus — Students at Woodlands School - State Street Campus score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 12 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
How Woodlands School - State Street Campus Compares
See how Woodlands School - State Street Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
State Street Campus 3121 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodlands School - State Street Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESSMER SAINT ROSE (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Community School (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MESSMER ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pathways High Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MESSMER ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| MESSMER SAINT ROSE Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Story Elementary Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Groppi High Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Bethune Academy Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Milwaukee High School of the Arts Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Westside Academy Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Transition High Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Starms Discovery Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Starms Early Childhood Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Metcalfe Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Highland Community School Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Escuela Verde Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - PRIMA Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Brown Street Academy 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 |
|---|---|
| Craig Montessori School Milwaukee, WI | 3.1 |
| Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 3.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Kenosha, WI | 3.3 |
| Alcott Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 3.5 |
| Emerson Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 3.5 |
| Vernon Elementary Kenosha, WI | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodlands School - State Street Campus
What grades does Woodlands School - State Street Campus serve?
Woodlands School - State Street Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Woodlands School - State Street Campus?
Woodlands School - State Street Campus has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlands School - State Street Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodlands School - State Street Campus is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Woodlands School - State Street Campus rank in WI?
Woodlands School - State Street Campus ranks #2,101 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Woodlands School - State Street Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodlands School - State Street Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 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 - State Street Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodlands School - State Street Campus has 10% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is Woodlands School - State Street Campus a charter school?
Yes, Woodlands School - State Street Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Woodlands School - State Street Campus a Title I school?
No, Woodlands School - State Street Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodlands School - State Street Campus?
15.2% of students at Woodlands School - State Street Campus 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (414) 937-2000
Resources & Links
District
Woodlands School Inc- District Enrollment
- 568
- Schools in District
- 2
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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