Fifty-Third Street Elementary

School Overview
Fifty-Third Street Elementary School, located in the Amani neighborhood of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a public school operating under the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district. Serving students in the elementary grades, the school focuses on providing a foundational education within a neighborhood setting, emphasizing community engagement and academic growth. Its mission is aligned with the broader MPS goal of ensuring that all students are prepared for high school and beyond through a curriculum that meets state standards.

The school serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, offering a traditional educational environment that prioritizes literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. By utilizing resources provided by the Milwaukee Public Schools district, Fifty-Third Street Elementary works to foster an inclusive culture that supports diverse learners. Families interested in enrollment, specific extracurricular offerings, or current academic performance metrics are encouraged to visit the official Milwaukee Public Schools website or contact the school office directly for the most up-to-date information regarding programs and school climate.
312
Total Students
22.7
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
88.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fifty-Third Street Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic17
Black278
Asian1
Two or More8
American Indian1
  • Black
    278 (89.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    17 (5.4 %)
  • Two or More
    8 (2.6 %)
  • White
    7 (2.2 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Milwaukee School District
Phone: (414)874-5300
Website: http://www.milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 312
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 275
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 20
Kindergarten 26
Grade 1 29
Grade 2 36
Grade 3 39
Grade 4 36
Grade 5 21
Grade 6 37
Grade 7 35
Grade 8 33

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fifty-Third Street Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten20
Kindergarten26
Grade 129
Grade 236
Grade 339
Grade 436
Grade 521
Grade 637
Grade 735
Grade 833
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fifty-Third Street Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13643.6%
Male17656.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)