Serving 95 students in grades 9-12, Assata High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Assata High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Assata High School's student population of 95 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Assata High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Assata High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
94%
9%
White
n/a
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Assata High School's ranking?
Assata High School is ranked #456 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Assata High School often compared to?
Assata High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Banner Preparatory School Of Milwaukee by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Assata High School?
The graduation rate of Assata High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Assata High School?
95 students attend Assata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Assata High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Assata High School?
Assata High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Assata High School offer ?
Assata High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Assata High School part of?
Assata High School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Assata High School located?
Assata High School is located in the Old North Milwaukee neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Old North Milwaukee.
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