Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Darrell Lynn Hines 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy's student population of 199 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Darrell Lynn Hines 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 Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is 0.33, 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
#1924 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
81%
9%
White
n/a
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
4%
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 Darrell Lynn Hines Academy's ranking?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is ranked #1924 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Darrell Lynn Hines Academy?
199 students attend Darrell Lynn Hines Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Darrell Lynn Hines Academy offer ?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Darrell Lynn Hines Academy part of?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is part of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy Agency School District.
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