GARLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Garland Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 569 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 20 teachers, Garland Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 28:1. 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.

Garland Elementary School is a public school serving the Milwaukee community, operating under the umbrella of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). Located on West Green Avenue, the school is committed to providing a foundational education for students in the surrounding neighborhoods. As part of a large urban district, Garland focuses on meeting the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of its student body while adhering to the district’s broader mission of academic excellence and equitable opportunity.

The school strives to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student growth and community engagement. By leveraging resources provided through the Milwaukee Public Schools system, Garland offers a structured curriculum designed to prepare students for middle school transitions and long-term academic success. Families looking for specific details on enrollment, school-wide initiatives, or academic performance data can find the most current and comprehensive information through the official MPS district portal.

For more information, contact Garland Elementary at (414) 304-6500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.