A
Very Good
89/100

Holmes Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 08 🏫 School
📍 2463 N Buffum St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
89
Repit Score
out of 100
289
Students
enrolled
14.5:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$20K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $19,598 per student
🏫 School Type Regular

School Information

Address 2463 N Buffum St
City Milwaukee
ZIP Code 53212
District 5509600
NCES School ID 550960001188
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 53212

Understanding the community around Holmes Elementary helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $43,803
Per Capita Income $30,689
Poverty Rate 23.1%
Households Earning $100K+ 18.1%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 35.6%
High School or Higher 89.4%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $187,800
Median Rent $985
Owner-Occupied 33.3%
Renter-Occupied 66.7%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Holmes Elementary.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Black 91.7%
Hispanic/Latino 3.5%
White 1.7%
Two or More Races 2.1%
American Indian 1.0%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 289
Teachers (FTE) 19.9
Student:Teacher Ratio 14.5:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Holmes Elementary?
Holmes Elementary has a Repit School Score of 89 out of 100, earning a grade of A. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Holmes Elementary?
Holmes Elementary has 289 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.5:1.
What grades does Holmes Elementary serve?
Holmes Elementary serves grades Pre-K – 08 and is classified as a School. This is a public school.
How much funding does Holmes Elementary receive per student?
Holmes Elementary receives $19,598 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Holmes Elementary in 53212
Avg Home Value
$217,764
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,231
1-Year Change
+5.0%
% Renters
66.7%

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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026