Serving 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Congress 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 5% (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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Congress Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Congress Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Congress 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 Congress Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1951 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
91%
9%
White
1%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Congress Elementary School's ranking?
Congress Elementary School is ranked #1951 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 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Congress Elementary School?
607 students attend Congress Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Congress Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Congress Elementary School?
Congress Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Congress Elementary School offer ?
Congress Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Congress Elementary School part of?
Congress Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Congress Elementary School located?
Congress Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Creek neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other public schools located in Lincoln Creek.
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