Serving 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milwaukee Scholars Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School's student population of 717 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milwaukee Scholars Charter School is 0.27, 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
#1888 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
13%
Black
85%
9%
White
1%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee Scholars Charter School's ranking?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School is ranked #1888 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee Scholars Charter School?
717 students attend Milwaukee Scholars Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Milwaukee Scholars Charter School students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwaukee Scholars Charter School?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee Scholars Charter School offer ?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee Scholars Charter School part of?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School is part of Milwaukee Scholars Charter School Agency School District.
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