Gwen T. Jackson School

K5 - 5th Grade

MPS District website (414) 267-5500
377@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
2121 West Hadley Street
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  • Students lined up in a library.
  • A young boy and girl smile at one another while reading.
  • Children building with blocks.
  • A child using a microscope.
  • A student replicates a tornado using soda bottles filled with water.
  • A student at a table writing.

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Highlights

  • Time: 7:25 a.m. – 2:10 p.m.
  • Extended-day Activities: Safe Place

STEAM curriculum is taught at Jackson.  Students go to STEAM class weekly and participate in activities to enhance their understanding of Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics.

Gwen T. Jackson Early Childhood and Elementary School (formerly 21st Street School) serves students from K4 – 5th grade.  We have a beautiful, comfortable, and child-centered facility.

Vision and Mission Statements

The vision of Gwen T. Jackson Early Childhood and Elementary School is to educate and empower ALL students we encounter with EXCELlence by implementing the Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards (WMELS), the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), the Essential Elements (EE) and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to develop proficient and/or advanced students by the completion of 5th grade. We strongly believe that ALL students will succeed when parents, students, educators and the community work together effectively. Together we will EXCEL in improving the academic and social success of all students through clear, consistent and effective:

  • Expectations
  • Communication
  • Evidence
  • Learning

School Improvement Plan
and State Report Card

Jackson Updates

Enroll Today for a Fun-Filled Summer with MPS Summer Academy!

New MPS Superintendent Begins March 15

MPS Rolls Out Bus App to Help Families Track Their Child’s Bus

More Updates >>>

Jackson Calendar

  • May 26, 2025 – No School (Memorial Day)
  • June 6, 2025 – No School (Record Day)
  • June 13, 2025 – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
  • August 25, 2025 – No Classes (Organization Day)
  • August 26, 2025 – August 28, 2025 – No Classes (Professional Development Days)

Contact Jackson School

(414) 267-5500
377@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
2121 West Hadley Street

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