Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, U S Grant 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 12% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
U S Grant School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
U S Grant School's student population of 585 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
U S Grant 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 U S Grant School is 0.64, 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
#1860 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
48%
4%
Hispanic
36%
14%
Black
8%
9%
White
5%
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
96%
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 U S Grant School's ranking?
U S Grant School is ranked #1860 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 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend U S Grant School?
585 students attend U S Grant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of U S Grant School students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of U S Grant School?
U S Grant School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does U S Grant School offer ?
U S Grant School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is U S Grant School part of?
U S Grant School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is U S Grant School located?
U S Grant School is located in the Layton Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Layton Park.
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