Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lake Bluff Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Bluff Elementary serves a central area in Milwaukee, WI, encompassing approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone only 0.9 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Bluff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Bluff Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Bluff Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Bluff Elementary School is 0.55, which is more 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
#25 out of 1962 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
8%
9%
White
65%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Bluff Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Bluff Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lake Bluff Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Bluff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atwater Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lake Bluff Elementary School?
531 students attend Lake Bluff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Lake Bluff Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Bluff Elementary School?
Lake Bluff Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Bluff Elementary School offer ?
Lake Bluff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Bluff Elementary School part of?
Lake Bluff Elementary School is part of Shorewood School District.
School Reviews
Review Lake Bluff Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How to Evaluate School Safety Beyond Headlines
Learn how to evaluate school safety beyond headlines by examining reliable data, school climate, emergency planning, bullying prevention, communication, student experiences, and everyday security practices before choosing a school.
Choosing a Public School for Executive Function Needs
Learn how to choose a public school for a child with executive function challenges by evaluating routines, classroom support, organization, accommodations, communication, transitions, and special education services before enrollment.
What School Climate Surveys Tell You Before Enrolling
Learn how school climate surveys reveal student safety, belonging, relationships, engagement, and support, and how families can interpret results carefully before choosing a public school for their child today.
