Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Auer Avenue 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 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- 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
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Auer Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Auer Avenue Elementary School's student population of 187 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
Auer Avenue 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 Auer Avenue Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. 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
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
95%
9%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Auer Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Auer Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1899 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Auer Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Auer Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown Street Academy, Doerfler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Auer Avenue Elementary School?
187 students attend Auer Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Auer Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Auer Avenue Elementary School?
Auer Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Auer Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Auer Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Auer Avenue Elementary School part of?
Auer Avenue Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Auer Avenue Elementary School located?
Auer Avenue Elementary School is located in the Franklin Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Franklin Heights.
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