Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Barton Elementary serves the northern part of Milwaukee, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barton Elementary School's student population of 283 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barton Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1868 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
85%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
5%
Showing 2007–2019. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barton Elementary School's ranking?
Barton Elementary School is ranked #1868 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Barton Elementary School?
283 students attend Barton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Barton Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barton Elementary School?
Barton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barton Elementary School offer ?
Barton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barton Elementary School part of?
Barton Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Barton Elementary School located?
Barton Elementary School is located in the Wyrick Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Wyrick Park.
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