Longfellow School

1021 South 21st Street

School District

Milwaukee
Grade

PK, K-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:18
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on December 09, 2024

My kids were transferred to this school at the beginning of the year.The principal and the rest of the staff made sure that my kids were welcomed and adjusted well due to their sudden transfer. The teachers at Longfellow gives me that old school feeling like when I was going to school. From the principals down to the teacher's aide they want the best for our children and their families. The great level of understanding and gratitude is genuinely sincere.
Submitted by teacher on October 14, 2015

i have four children in the school and I love the way they teach. All my nephews go to this school and we are so happy with the results they get
Submitted by parent on October 07, 2015

My son began his academic career at a charter school. That school was not able to meet his learning disability needs. Within the first weeks of transferring to H.W. Longfellow School, it became crystal clear that our family had an ally. My son was reevaluated and his IEP put him on a path to success. He has grown by leaps and bounds and is continually challenged in ways that help him continue to work through when he struggles. The staff and administration has become like a second family. Because of the success we have experienced at Longfellow, I also enrolled my daughter. And last year, when we moved out of the district, I made a special request to keep my children at this school because you cannot replace family!
Submitted by other on August 09, 2013

I am a student at this wonderful school. what i really like about it is that the staff forms a bond with a student and their families. i have been there for 9 years all of the teachers know me and trust me and i trust them. Education is their main focus. They do everything possible for the students to understand the material and for the students to be on or above grade level. we have Music class, Art Class, And PE. The school is very diverse and multi-cultured which is very good for we the students because we get to learn where people came from while still learning about The USA. They only way this school would be able to improve would be being able to be in a environment in which people can feel free to express who they are .
Submitted by parent on February 06, 2013

This is a wonderful school. We were nervous at first about our daughter attending school in West Allis and was not sure about how well this school would be. I heard great things but you never know for sure. Well I have to say it way exceeded my expectations. Her 5K teacher is very good and patient. I can't say enough great things about their afterschool "safe" program. You can tell the staff at Longfellow are serious about the children and their education.
Submitted by parent on November 12, 2012

Will my son gose to this school... my son like the school how the teachers are with him..and i like the way the my bby is learnimg very fast....and feel safe at school...
Submitted by teacher on May 10, 2011

A school shouldn't be judged solely by test scores. This outstanding school staff, which places students and their families at the core of all activities, is a nurturing environment in which both the academic and the social growth of children is emphasized. 21st century tools are being placed in the hands of 21st century learners to increase their engagement in- and understanding of- their world. Full-time Art, Music, and Physical Education specialists ensure the holistic development of each child, their talents and their natural inquisitive nature.
Submitted by teacher on January 03, 2011

Excellent school to work in. The quallity of of the staff makes everyone there the best they can be. The students and parents make it a true community with lots of spirit. The administration vision for the school has made this all possible.
Submitted by parent on March 16, 2010

Best school i have every seen in milwaukee WI. My children love it there, and even like going to their excellent after school program. Great staff and awsome teachers! I really give this school 5 stars its well worth it!
Submitted by teacher on December 30, 2006

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