Greenfield School District, WI

Original Research by School Decision on Greenfield School District

Greenfield School District is a mid-sized public school system serving the city of Greenfield and adjacent portions of Milwaukee in Milwaukee County. Covering all grades from prekindergarten through twelfth grade, the district enrolls a student body that is notably diverse: roughly half of students are white, a substantial share are Hispanic, and there are smaller but meaningful populations of Asian, Black, and multiracial students. This mix shapes a peer environment that is more varied than in many suburban districts in the county.

Academically, the district shows a clear pattern across state assessments. In the early elementary years, math and English language arts proficiency rates are around the midpoint of the range one would expect from a district of this type. About half of third, fourth, and fifth graders meet state benchmarks in both subjects, and fourth graders post a similar result in science and a stronger result in social studies. That solid foundation gives way to a noticeable dip in middle school. By sixth grade, math proficiency drops distinctly lower, and while English language arts holds steadier, the eighth-grade science proficiency rate is also soft. A parent considering the district would want to look into how the middle school supports students through this transition, especially in math and science. The district overall proficiency index, which averages performance across all tested subjects and grades, sits above the midpoint among Milwaukee County’s districts, indicating that Greenfield’s combined academic picture is better than many of its county peers even if it trails the top performers.

On student engagement, the chronic absenteeism rate is lower than the county median, which is a positive sign for attendance and connectedness. Data on special education and English learner enrollment are not available in the provided records, so a parent with a child who has an individualized education plan or is learning English would want to ask the district directly about those supports. The graduation rate is also not reported here, which is an important gap for families evaluating high school outcomes; that may reflect a reporting gap rather than a data problem, but it is worth confirming.

The district operates six schools: three elementary schools, one middle school, and Greenfield High. Facility improvements funded by a past referendum have been noted in older reports, but the district brief indicates no recent major changes in curriculum, programs, or tax policy that would reshape the experience for incoming families.

Housing in the area is relatively affordable compared to much of Milwaukee County. Typical home values cluster in a range that makes Greenfield one of the more accessible suburbs in the region. Rents are moderate, and the market has seen a gentle upward trend in values and a modest increase in active listings. The mortgage rate environment is near the national average, and home payments are generally lower than rents in many parts of the district, which could matter for families weighing whether to buy.

Per-pupil spending is in the lower range among Milwaukee County districts, which is a fact worth noting. Lower spending does not automatically mean lower quality, but it can affect class sizes, program breadth, and facility upkeep. The district does not appear to be a charter or magnet system, meaning it follows the standard public school governance model.

For a family looking at Greenfield School District, the central takeaway is a district with a reasonably strong early academic foundation, a middle-school math challenge that merits attention, a diverse and stable student population, and a housing market that offers relative affordability within the Milwaukee metro area. It fits a family that values diversity, wants a solid but not elite academic baseline, and is willing to engage directly with the school to support students through the middle-grade slump. The gaps in reported data on graduation rates and special populations mean a thorough visit and conversation with the district office is essential before making a decision.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

3,410

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 31%

Black 5%

White 48%

Asian 8%

Two+ 7%

Am. Indian / AK Native 1%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 0%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

41%

61%

Gr 4

39%

58%

Gr 5

45%

61%

Gr 6

44%

60%

Gr 7

35%

63%

Gr 8

43%

59%

Math

Gr 3

42%

67%

Gr 4

48%

63%

Gr 5

46%

67%

Gr 6

26%

42%

Gr 7

33%

58%

Gr 8

30%

53%

Science

Gr 4

42%

57%

Gr 8

27%

49%

Social studies

Gr 4

53%

68%

Gr 8

43%

59%

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Gr 3

44%

60%

Gr 4

42%

52%

Gr 5

41%

65%

Gr 6

46%

58%

Gr 7

35%

63%

Gr 8

41%

56%

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Gr 3

39%

61%

Gr 4

38%

61%

Gr 5

47%

61%

Gr 6

40%

62%

Gr 7

39%

63%

Gr 8

37%

61%

Schools in this District

6 schools are officially reported under this district.

Maple Grove Elementary

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

52%

Grade 3

55%

Grade 4

55%

Grade 5

33%

Grade 6

44%

Grade 7

41%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

49%

Grade 3

48%

Grade 4

52%

Grade 5

51%

Grade 6

47%

Grade 7

51%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

49%

Grade 4

38%

Grade 8

Social Studies

2 grades reported

60%

Grade 4

51%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$302,400

Year-over-year change+4.7%

Range across 5 ZIP codes$272K to $387K

vs. state typical0.91x

vs. national typical0.82x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (5 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
53220	Greenfield	$300K	+5.0%	52.3%
53221	Milwaukee	$294K	+4.3%	36.7%
53228	Greenfield	$357K	+5.2%	8.8%
53219	Milwaukee	$272K	+3.8%	2.1%
53129	Greendale	$387K	+5.6%	0.2%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$1,340/mo

Year-over-year change+6.5%

Range across 3 ZIP codes$1,273 to $1,437/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (3 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
53220	Greenfield	$1,273	—	52.3%
53221	Milwaukee	$1,437	+6.5%	36.7%
53219	Milwaukee	$1,283	+6.9%	2.1%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$1,526/mo

Home price / national median income3.6x

Annual rent / national median income19.2%

Est. mortgage exceeds rent by$186/mo

Market Activity: Milwaukee County

Median listing price$279,900

Median listing price YoY+1.8%

Median price per sq ft$202

Median price per sq ft YoY+3.6%

Median days on market34.0 days

Median days on market YoY+17.2%

Active listings1,669

Active listings YoY+20.7%

New listings912

New listings YoY+3.2%

Pending listings309

Pending listings YoY+24.1%

Hotness: median listing price$269,900

Hotness: median listing price YoY-0.9%

Supply score89.5

Supply score YoY-4.4%

Demand score66.2

Demand score YoY-8.3%

Median listing price (12 months)

Median price per sq ft (12 months)

Median days on market (12 months)

Active listings (12 months)

New listings (12 months)

Pending listings (12 months)

Hotness: median listing price (12 months)

Supply score (12 months)

Demand score (12 months)

Comparison

State typical home value$333,909 (+5.4% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

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Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

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