Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lancaster 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤1% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lancaster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lancaster Elementary School's student population of 331 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lancaster Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lancaster Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1991 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
85%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster Elementary School's ranking?
Lancaster Elementary School is ranked #1991 out of 1,991 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while ≤1% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Lancaster Elementary School?
331 students attend Lancaster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lancaster Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lancaster Elementary School?
Lancaster Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lancaster Elementary School offer ?
Lancaster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lancaster Elementary School part of?
Lancaster Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lancaster Elementary School located?
Lancaster Elementary School is located in the Hampton Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Hampton Heights.
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