Play And Learn Academy in Milwaukee, WI, serves 20 co鈥揺d students from preschool through 7th grade in a nonsectarian, city鈥揵ased setting.
Founded in 2004, the academy maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 10:1 with two teachers on staff.
The school has a diverse student body, with approximately 92% of students representing students of color.
Located in the Woodland Court neighborhood, Play And Learn Academy offers a private elementary and middle school program within a large city community.
Play And Learn Academy ranks in the top 20% of Wisconsin private schools for diversity among a sample of nearby schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Play And Learn Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 35%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Play And Learn Academy?
The application deadline for Play And Learn Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Play And Learn Academy located?
Play And Learn Academy is located in the Woodland Court neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Play And Learn Academy is Grace Christian Academy (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. John The Evangelist School (0.6 miles away)
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(414) 321-8540
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(414) 321-8540
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(414) 321-8540
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(414) 541-5881
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