Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carson Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carson Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carson Academy's student population of 359 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carson Academy 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 Carson Academy is 0.10, 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
#1956 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
95%
9%
White
n/a
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Carson Academy's ranking?
Carson Academy is ranked #1956 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Carson Academy?
359 students attend Carson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Carson Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Academy?
Carson Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carson Academy offer ?
Carson Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carson Academy part of?
Carson Academy is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Carson Academy located?
Carson Academy is located in the Lincoln Creek neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other public schools located in Lincoln Creek.
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