Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Manitoba 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 3% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manitoba Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Milwaukee, WI, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.7 miles to the school's edges and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manitoba Elementary School's student population of 469 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Manitoba 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 Manitoba Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1946 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
21%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
42%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
22%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
7%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)58.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Manitoba Elementary School's ranking?
Manitoba Elementary School is ranked #1946 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Manitoba Elementary School?
469 students attend Manitoba Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Manitoba Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manitoba Elementary School?
Manitoba Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manitoba Elementary School offer ?
Manitoba Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manitoba Elementary School part of?
Manitoba Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Manitoba Elementary School located?
Manitoba Elementary School is located in the Jackson Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Jackson Park.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
The principal at this school is terrible and does *nothing* to address constant bullying and misbehavior by students. There's also extremely disorganization throughout the building, and the test scores are terrible. Steer clear of this abysmal school!
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