Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies 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 Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1804 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
43%
14%
Black
25%
9%
White
22%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
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 Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies's ranking?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies is ranked #1804 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies often compared to?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Fernwood Montessori, Clement Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies?
236 students attend Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies offer ?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies part of?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies located?
Trowbridge Street School Of Great Lakes Studies is located in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Bay View.
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