Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Assata High 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). 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 26:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Assata High School's student population of 78 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
78 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Assata High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Assata High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1044 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
13:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
20-29%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
5%
Showing 2007–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
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 #1044 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 20-29%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Assata High School?
78 students attend Assata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Assata High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% 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 26:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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