School Overview
Elm Creative Arts Elementary, located in the heart of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a specialized public school within the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district that integrates a robust arts-based curriculum into the standard academic framework. The school is dedicated to fostering both intellectual growth and creative expression, utilizing music, dance, visual arts, and drama as primary tools to engage students. By weaving these artistic disciplines into daily lessons, the school aims to help children develop critical thinking, self-confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for the arts while meeting rigorous state educational standards.

The school serves as a vibrant community hub that prioritizes a well-rounded educational experience for its diverse student body. Beyond the classroom, Elm Creative Arts encourages student participation in various performances, gallery showcases, and collaborative projects, which helps to build a strong sense of school culture and belonging. By providing a nurturing environment that values individual creativity alongside core academic subjects, Elm Creative Arts Elementary prepares its students for future success, emphasizing the importance of innovation and artistic exploration in their foundational years.
335
Total Students
19.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Elm Creative Arts Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White3
Hispanic21
Black288
Asian1
Two or More22
  • Black
    288 (86.0%)
  • Two or More
    22 (6.6%)
  • Hispanic
    21 (6.3%)
  • White
    3 (0.9%)
  • Asian
    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)267-1800
Website: http://www.milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 335
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 316
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 34
Kindergarten 55
Grade 1 47
Grade 2 53
Grade 3 43
Grade 4 51
Grade 5 52

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Elm Creative Arts Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten34
Kindergarten55
Grade 147
Grade 253
Grade 343
Grade 451
Grade 552
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Elm Creative Arts Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17552.2%
Male16047.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)