Very Good
#90 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 16% of private schools
Yeshiva Elementary School
Elementary School
5115 W KEEFE AVE, Milwaukee, WI 53216
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#90 of 571
In Milwaukee
#13 of 74
public schools
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Yeshiva Elementary School
Elementary School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Elementary School
Yeshiva Elementary School is a private elementary school in Milwaukee, WI. Yeshiva Elementary School serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #90 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Yeshiva Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, Yeshiva Elementary School 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.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Yeshiva Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yeshiva Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Yeshiva Elementary School compares to 145 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Elementary School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Fifty-Third Street Elementary | 3.8 |
| Townsend Street Elementary | 4.0 |
| Carson Academy | 4.1 |
| Sherman Elementary | 4.4 |
| Milwaukee Environmental Science Academy | 5.8 |
| Central City Cyberschool | 3.5 |
| Milwaukee Math and Science Academy | 6.3 |
| Congress Elementary | 3.8 |
| Clemens Elementary | 4.2 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street | 6.8 |
| Milwaukee French Immersion | 5.0 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus | 6.3 |
| Hi-Mount Elementary | 4.0 |
| Clarke Street Elementary | 4.3 |
| Craig Montessori School | 3.1 |
| Next Door Charter | 4.4 |
| Franklin Elementary | 3.4 |
| Metcalfe Elementary | 4.7 |
| Hampton Elementary | 6.0 |
| Milwaukee German Immersion | 6.2 |
Showing 20 of 145 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WI
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5115 W KEEFE AVE, Milwaukee, WI 53216
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wauwatosa), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fifty-Third Street Elementary Milwaukee | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Carson Academy Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Sherman Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Townsend Street Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Central City Cyberschool Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Congress Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Milwaukee Math and Science Academy Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Milwaukee Environmental Science Academy Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WHS Information Technology Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Marshall High Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Milwaukee French Immersion Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| MOTHER OF GOOD COUNSEL Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Clemens Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Hi-Mount Elementary Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wauwatosa | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,466
Median Home Value
$122,800
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
29,772
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
45.3%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coon Valley Elementary Coon Valley, WI | 7.6 |
| Hurley Elementary Hurley, WI | 7.6 |
| Independence Elementary Independence, WI | 7.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary Wauwatosa, WI | 7.6 |
| Markesan Intermediate Markesan, WI | 7.6 |
| Neal Wilkins Early Learning Center Platteville, WI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Elementary School
What grades does Yeshiva Elementary School serve?
Yeshiva Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Elementary School?
Yeshiva Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Elementary School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Elementary School rank in WI?
Yeshiva Elementary School ranks #90 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Yeshiva Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Yeshiva Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yeshiva Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is Yeshiva Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Yeshiva Elementary School a religious school?
Yeshiva Elementary School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 871-9597
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