Serving 604 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Humboldt Park 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 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Humboldt Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Humboldt Park Elementary School's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Humboldt Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Humboldt Park Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1513 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Asian
43%
4%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
13%
9%
White
15%
66%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Humboldt Park Elementary School's ranking?
Humboldt Park Elementary School is ranked #1513 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Humboldt Park Elementary School often compared to?
Humboldt Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clement Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Humboldt Park Elementary School?
604 students attend Humboldt Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Humboldt Park Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Humboldt Park Elementary School?
Humboldt Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Humboldt Park Elementary School offer ?
Humboldt Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Humboldt Park Elementary School part of?
Humboldt Park Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Humboldt Park Elementary School located?
Humboldt Park Elementary School is located in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Bay View.
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