Since 1886, H.W. Longfellow School has reliably and responsively educated generations of Milwaukeeans in our historic Clarke Square neighborhood.
Just ask Principal Rosa Cerda (Longfellow School, Class of 1980). She can explain how the school has evolved to meet the needs of its K3-8 students, families, and a growing global workforce. Today’s Longfellow learner is inspired to solve problems, think critically, and contribute to class discussions and projects in daily lessons that combine biliteracy and mathematics. Older students sharpen their STEM skills in the Verizon Innovative Learning Lab. Every student learns to collaborate and create during weekly art, gym, and music classes. Teachers are licensed and certified experts in their subject areas. “Every teacher at Longfellow brings a wealth of resources into the classroom,” says Principal Cerda.
Grades
School Hours
7:25 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.
Longfellow’s high expectations, expert teachers, and parent volunteers contribute to a school-wide culture that prioritizes results and respect. Year after year, our students earn statewide recognition in math and literacy, and for following rules and routines that make our school a positive place to learn and grow. Even more impressive: Many students meet important academic milestones as bilingual learners. Meanwhile, their parents and caregivers make new friends and become volunteers in our Parent Resource Center, and during Homework Diners, Family Leadership Organization meetings , and cultural events. Many parents decide to send all their children to Longfellow, contributing to our school’s strong sense of community.
Please see for yourself. Neighbors and visitors are welcome to relax and refocus on Longfellow’s redeveloped schoolyard, where asphalt is out, and green space is in.
Our Students
- Hispanic or Latino 76.1%
- Black or African American 16.3%
- White 3.4%
- Two or More Races 2.1%
- Asian 1.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaskan Native 0%
Number of Students
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English Learners
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Students with Disabilities
K3 Head Start
H.W. Longfellow School offers a full-day, bilingual K3 Head Start program to families who qualify .
Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership School
H.W. Longfellow School is proud to be a member of the Milwaukee Community Schools Partnership (MCSP). Through MCSP, our students, families, teachers, staff, neighbors, and partners come together to form a strategy that best meets the needs of our students. We work toward academic success and personal well-being for our children.
After School Program
The Nita M. Lowey Community Learning Center at Longfellow School provides after-school programs to K4 through eighth-grade students in partnership with Milwaukee Recreation and Journey House. The Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center at Longfellow School provides academic enrichment, homework help, social-emotional learning, arts programming, and nutritious meals and snacks to students.