Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milwaukee Sign Language 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 2% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary serves the north part of Milwaukee, WI, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milwaukee Sign Language 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 Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1954 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
82%
9%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)97.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
36%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School's ranking?
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School is ranked #1954 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School?
384 students attend Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School?
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School offer ?
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School part of?
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School located?
Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary School is located in the Menomonee River Hills neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Menomonee River Hills.
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