Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fratney 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fratney Elementary serves the entire district in Milwaukee, WI, with an attendance zone that spans approximately 96.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fratney Elementary School's student population of 459 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Fratney 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 Fratney Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1786 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
73%
14%
Black
14%
9%
White
10%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fratney Elementary School's ranking?
Fratney Elementary School is ranked #1786 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Fratney Elementary School often compared to?
Fratney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverwest Elementary School, Gaenslen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Fratney Elementary School?
459 students attend Fratney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Fratney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fratney Elementary School?
Fratney Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fratney Elementary School offer ?
Fratney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fratney Elementary School part of?
Fratney Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Fratney Elementary School located?
Fratney Elementary School is located in the Riverwest neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Riverwest.
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