At a glance
Reported students
737
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
47.2
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Wisconsin elementary enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 1,074 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
540
Gilmore Fine Arts School: 737 reported students.
State peer staffing position
84th percentile
15.6:1 reported; state peer median 12.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 714
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56.41
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.7:1
What the reported data says about Gilmore Fine Arts School
Gilmore Fine Arts School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in Racine. It is one of 23 current school records connected to Racine Unified School District. NCES reports 737 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,074 elementary schools in Wisconsin with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 324 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.6:1, above the Wisconsin median of 12.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (35.1%) and White (33.4%). English learners represent 6.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Gilmore Fine Arts School
- 1How do the reported 15.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 47.2 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3.4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 55.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3.4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1.9
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White33.4%
- Hispanic35.1%
- Black18.5%
- Asian0.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial11.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Racine Unified School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Jerstad-Agerholm School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
870 reported students
Julian Thomas Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
574 reported students
Johnson Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
557 reported students
O Brown Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–07
540 reported students
Wadewitz Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
517 reported students
Schulte School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
479 reported students
Public schools near Gilmore Fine Arts School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wadewitz Elementary Elementary · Racine Unified School District | PK–05 | 517 | 0.4 mi |
| Red Apple School Elementary · Racine Unified School District | KG–07 | 354 | 0.9 mi |
| Julian Thomas Elementary Elementary · Racine Unified School District | PK–05 | 574 | 0.9 mi |
| 21st Century Preparatory School Elementary · Charter · Racine Charter One Inc | PK–08 | 438 | 1.1 mi |
| Fratt Elementary Elementary · Racine Unified School District | PK–05 | 435 | 1.5 mi |
| Jerstad-Agerholm School Elementary · Racine Unified School District | PK–08 | 870 | 1.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Gilmore Fine Arts School
What grades does Gilmore Fine Arts School serve?
Gilmore Fine Arts School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Racine Unified School District.
How many students attend Gilmore Fine Arts School?
Gilmore Fine Arts School reported 737 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 1,074 Wisconsin elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 714 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Gilmore Fine Arts School?
The calculated ratio is 15.6:1, based on 737 students and 47.2 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Wisconsin median for the same school level is 12.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Gilmore Fine Arts School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Gilmore Fine Arts School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Gilmore Fine Arts School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
55.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Gilmore Fine Arts School in?
Gilmore Fine Arts School is part of Racine Unified School District, based in Racine, WI, which operates 23 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Gilmore Fine Arts School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Wadewitz Elementary (0.4 mi), Red Apple School (0.9 mi), Julian Thomas Elementary (0.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.