Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trowbridge Street Elementary serves the southeast part of Milwaukee, WI, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies's student population of 228 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 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 ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies 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 Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies is 0.70, 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
#1751 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
5%
5%
Showing 2007–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Sharks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies's ranking?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies is ranked #1751 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies often compared to?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Montessori, Clement Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies?
228 students attend Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies offer ?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies part of?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies located?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies is located in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Bay View.
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