Manitoba Elementary School

4040 W Forest Home Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53215
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Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Manitoba 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 3% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 445 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Manitoba Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
445 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings

Manitoba 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 Manitoba Elementary School is 0.72, 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)
#1946 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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3%
40%
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6%
38%
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10-14%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
19%
4%
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Hispanic
43%
14%
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Black
24%
9%
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White
8%
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.72
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
37%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manitoba Elementary School's ranking?
Manitoba Elementary School is ranked #1946 out of 1,962 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Manitoba Elementary School?
445 students attend Manitoba Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Manitoba Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manitoba Elementary School?
Manitoba Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Manitoba Elementary School offer ?
Manitoba Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manitoba Elementary School part of?
Manitoba Elementary School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Manitoba Elementary School located?
Manitoba Elementary School is located in the Jackson Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Jackson Park.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 445 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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