CASS STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cass Street Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 402 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Cass Street Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cass Street Elementary School, located in the vibrant East Side neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a public school within the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district. Situated in a historic and densely populated area, the school serves a diverse student population, aiming to provide a comprehensive education that prepares children for success in middle school and beyond. The school is known for its commitment to community engagement and fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the urban character of its surrounding neighborhood.

As part of the MPS system, Cass Street Elementary adheres to district-wide academic standards while often implementing specific initiatives to support literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning. The school prioritizes a supportive atmosphere, encouraging collaboration between educators, students, and families. By utilizing its location near downtown Milwaukee, the school frequently integrates local resources into its curriculum, providing students with a well-rounded educational experience that balances foundational academic skills with character development and community awareness.

For more information, contact Cass Street Elementary at (414) 212-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1647 N Cass St
Milwaukee, WI 53202-2026
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CASS STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Milwaukee, WI with about 402 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
402
Teachers:
18.12
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 402 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CASS STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 86% of the student body.

Black or African American
86.1%
Hispanic/Latino
5.5%
White
2.7%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.5%

Female
46.0%
Male
54.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.