Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zablocki 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 90% 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-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zablocki Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Zablocki Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Zablocki 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 Zablocki Elementary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1788 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
56%
14%
Black
10%
9%
White
10%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
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 Zablocki Elementary School's ranking?
Zablocki Elementary School is ranked #1788 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Zablocki Elementary School?
295 students attend Zablocki Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Zablocki Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zablocki Elementary School?
Zablocki Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zablocki Elementary School offer ?
Zablocki Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Zablocki Elementary School part of?
Zablocki Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Zablocki Elementary School located?
Zablocki Elementary School is located in the Polonia neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Polonia.
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