U S Grant School

2920 W Grant St
Milwaukee, WI 53215
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 582 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 8% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 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:

School Overview

U S Grant School's student population of 582 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
582 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Rankings

U S Grant 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 U S Grant School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1859 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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8%
39%
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12%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of U S Grant School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15-19%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of U S Grant School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
39%
4%
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Hispanic
45%
14%
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Black
8%
9%
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White
4%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.64
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
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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 #1859 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
582 students attend U S Grant School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of U S Grant School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% 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 16:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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.

School Reviews

5   9/22/2021
This is a great School. Since my Son has started Kindergarten there last year, he has made so much good effort, he is doing so well, his behavior has improved and he's learning so much. Now he is in first grade and I definitely will be keeping him in this school. I like all of his teachers and I like what he is learning. It's also within walking distance of my house. I definitely recommend this Elementary School. It goes from K4 all the way until 8th grade. I'm so glad, I chose this school for my Son. I definitely recommend this School. Keep up the great work Grant!
- Posted by Parent - Samantha

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 582 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 8% (Btm 50%)
  • : 12% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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