Serving 904 students in grades 6-12, Brown Deer Middle/high 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 22% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brown Deer Middle/High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Milwaukee, WI, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brown Deer Middle/high ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brown Deer Middle/high's student population of 904 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
904 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brown Deer Middle/high 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 Brown Deer Middle/high is 0.62, which is more 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
#1615 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
58%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
11%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Freddy The Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brown Deer Middle/high's ranking?
Brown Deer Middle/high is ranked #1615 out of 1,962 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brown Deer Middle/high?
The graduation rate of Brown Deer Middle/high is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Brown Deer Middle/high?
904 students attend Brown Deer Middle/high.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Brown Deer Middle/high students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brown Deer Middle/high?
Brown Deer Middle/high has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brown Deer Middle/high offer ?
Brown Deer Middle/high offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brown Deer Middle/high part of?
Brown Deer Middle/high is part of Brown Deer School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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