Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pratt 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Spring Elementary serves the northeastern part of Milwaukee, WI, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pratt Elementary School's student population of 288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the ROCKETS – Blasting Off to Success!
School Rankings
Pratt 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 Pratt Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#1868 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1989–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
66%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
36%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
5%
Showing 2001–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pratt Elementary School's ranking?
Pratt Elementary School is ranked #1868 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Pratt Elementary School?
288 students attend Pratt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pratt Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pratt Elementary School?
Pratt Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pratt Elementary School offer ?
Pratt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pratt Elementary School part of?
Pratt Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Pratt Elementary School located?
Pratt Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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