THURSTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Thurston Woods Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 421 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 16 teachers, Thurston Woods Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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.

Thurston Woods Elementary, located at 5966 N 35th St in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a public school operating under the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district. It serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community, focusing on providing a comprehensive K-8 curriculum designed to meet state academic standards while fostering student growth in a supportive, urban environment.

As part of the MPS system, the school emphasizes equitable access to quality education, often incorporating programs that focus on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. Thurston Woods plays an integral role in its neighborhood, aiming to engage families and community members to create a collaborative learning space that prepares students for success in high school and beyond. For the most current information regarding enrollment, specific academic programs, or extracurricular offerings, families are encouraged to visit the official Milwaukee Public Schools website.

For more information, contact Thurston Woods Elementary at (414) 393-2800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.