Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Greenfield Bilingual 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 11% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenfield Bilingual serves the southern part of Milwaukee, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenfield Bilingual's student population of 556 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenfield Bilingual 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 Greenfield Bilingual is 0.15, 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
#1816 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
92%
14%
Black
5%
9%
White
2%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenfield Bilingual's ranking?
Greenfield Bilingual is ranked #1816 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Greenfield Bilingual often compared to?
Greenfield Bilingualis often viewed alongside schools like Alba - Academia De Lenguaje Y Bellas Artes, Doerfler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Greenfield Bilingual?
556 students attend Greenfield Bilingual.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Greenfield Bilingual students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenfield Bilingual?
Greenfield Bilingual has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenfield Bilingual offer ?
Greenfield Bilingual offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greenfield Bilingual part of?
Greenfield Bilingual is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenfield Bilingual located?
Greenfield Bilingual is located in the Burnham Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other public schools located in Burnham Park.
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