Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, King Jr 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 39%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 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: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
King Jr Elementary School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
King Jr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King Jr Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1922 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
91%
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
92%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Jr Elementary School's ranking?
King Jr Elementary School is ranked #1922 out of 1,991 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 39% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend King Jr Elementary School?
298 students attend King Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of King Jr Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King Jr Elementary School?
King Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does King Jr Elementary School offer ?
King Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is King Jr Elementary School part of?
King Jr Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is King Jr Elementary School located?
King Jr Elementary School is located in the Harambee neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Harambee.
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