Jefferson Elementary School

7229 W Becher St
Milwaukee, WI 53219
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3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 456 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Jefferson Elementary School's student population of 456 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
456 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026

School Rankings

Jefferson 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 Jefferson Elementary School is 0.73, 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)
#1540 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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20-24%
40%
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25-29%
38%
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30-39%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
6%
4%
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Hispanic
35%
14%
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Black
12%
9%
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White
35%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.73
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jefferson Elementary School's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary School is ranked #1540 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary School often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary School?
456 students attend Jefferson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Jefferson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary School?
Jefferson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary School offer ?
Jefferson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary School part of?
Jefferson Elementary School is part of West Allis-West Milwaukee School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 456 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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