Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gaenslen 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaenslen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gaenslen Elementary School's student population of 677 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gaenslen 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 Gaenslen Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1985 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
81%
9%
White
3%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaenslen Elementary School's ranking?
Gaenslen Elementary School is ranked #1985 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Gaenslen Elementary School often compared to?
Gaenslen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Gaenslen Elementary School?
677 students attend Gaenslen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gaenslen Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaenslen Elementary School?
Gaenslen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gaenslen Elementary School offer ?
Gaenslen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaenslen Elementary School part of?
Gaenslen Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Gaenslen Elementary School located?
Gaenslen Elementary School is located in the Riverwest neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Riverwest.
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