Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lafollette 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 ≤5% (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 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lafollette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lafollette Elementary School's student population of 216 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lafollette 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 Lafollette Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1899 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
88%
9%
White
n/a
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
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lafollette Elementary School's ranking?
Lafollette Elementary School is ranked #1899 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?
≤5% 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 Lafollette Elementary School?
216 students attend Lafollette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lafollette Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lafollette Elementary School?
Lafollette Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lafollette Elementary School offer ?
Lafollette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lafollette Elementary School part of?
Lafollette Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lafollette Elementary School located?
Lafollette Elementary School is located in the Borchert Field neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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