The top reported proficiency rate is 32% in Social studies. The lowest is 18% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Grant Elementary
Grant Elementary is a regular public school in Kenosha, Wisconsin, serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of the Kenosha Unified School District, which has recently undergone significant consolidation: in 2023, the district voted to close several schools, including Lincoln Middle School and five elementary schools, as part of a “rightsizing” project responding to declining enrollment. Those closures redrew attendance boundaries and reduced the number of neighborhood school options districtwide. For families considering Grant Elementary, this context matters because future boundary shifts or program changes are possible as the district continues to adapt to a smaller student population.
The school itself is small for its grade band, and its student body reflects the economic diversity of its neighborhood. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating that many families face financial pressures. Racially and ethnically, the student population is mixed: the largest group is white, followed by Hispanic students, and then a meaningful share of students who identify as two or more races or as Black. The school has no Asian or Native American students enrolled. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not available, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about the support structures in place for those groups.
On state assessments, the academic picture is one a parent will want to examine closely. Across tested subjects and grades, the overall proficiency rate places Grant Elementary in the bottom quarter among districts in Kenosha County. In math, the share of students reaching proficiency was modest across grades three and four, with a higher share in grade five. In English language arts, the results were especially low in grades three and four, where only a small fraction of students scored proficient; grade five showed a stronger result but still well below what many families would consider typical. Science and social studies were tested only in grade four, and proficiency rates there were also low. Participation rates on all tests were very high, so the results reflect nearly all enrolled students. The pattern suggests that the early elementary years may be a particular challenge for literacy and numeracy, and a parent considering this school would be wise to ask about reading intervention programs, tutoring supports, and how the school addresses skill gaps in the primary grades.
The school sits within the city of Kenosha, a mid-sized city with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. Historically a manufacturing hub, it is now home to corporate headquarters like Snap‑on and Jockey International, as well as large distribution centers for Amazon, Uline, and others. The lakefront has been redeveloped into HarborPark, a residential and recreational area with museums, parks, a restored electric streetcar, and public beaches. The city is the last stop on Chicago's Metra commuter rail line, making it a practical location for families who commute. Housing values in the school's zip code have risen in recent years, and rents have also increased, but the overall price level remains below the state benchmark—one factor that may make this area more accessible for homebuyers compared to pricier parts of southeastern Wisconsin.
Given the school's size and grade span, the peer environment is a small, neighborhood-based setting. The district's enrollment decline and school closures mean that Grant Elementary's attendance zone may have shifted recently, and families new to the area should confirm their address is assigned here. The school itself does not appear to have specialty status—it is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet. No information on program offerings, course access, or staffing ratios was provided, so a parent interested in art, music, physical education, or enrichment would want to check directly with the school.
In short, Grant Elementary serves a high-poverty student population in a mid-sized city with a recovering industrial economy. Its academic outcomes on state tests are low compared to other districts in the county, particularly in early-grade reading and math. A family considering this school would want to understand what additional academic supports are available, how the district's consolidation plans may affect the school in the coming years, and whether the school provides the kind of learning environment they are looking for in the elementary years. The surrounding community offers a range of amenities and housing at a relatively moderate cost for the region, which may be appealing to families who prioritize location and affordability over a school with stronger test scores on paper.
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