Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Morgandale 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 9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgandale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morgandale Elementary School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Motto
Morgandale Bears Are Reaching For The Stars
School Rankings
Morgandale 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 Morgandale Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1857 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
57%
14%
Black
14%
9%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
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 Morgandale Elementary School's ranking?
Morgandale Elementary School is ranked #1857 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Morgandale Elementary School often compared to?
Morgandale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Park Middle School, Greendale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Morgandale Elementary School?
578 students attend Morgandale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Morgandale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgandale Elementary School?
Morgandale Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morgandale Elementary School offer ?
Morgandale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morgandale Elementary School part of?
Morgandale Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Morgandale Elementary School located?
Morgandale Elementary School is located in the Morgandale neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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