Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barton 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barton Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Barton 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 Barton Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1903 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
88%
9%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barton Elementary School's ranking?
Barton Elementary School is ranked #1903 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Barton Elementary School?
259 students attend Barton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Barton Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barton Elementary School?
Barton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barton Elementary School offer ?
Barton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barton Elementary School part of?
Barton Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Barton Elementary School located?
Barton Elementary School is located in the Wyrick Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Wyrick Park.
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