Serving 422 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Highland Community 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Community School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Community School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1179 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
39%
9%
White
37%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Community School's ranking?
Highland Community School is ranked #1179 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Highland Community School often compared to?
Highland Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street, Hartford Avenue Elementary School, Morse Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Highland Community School?
422 students attend Highland Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Highland Community School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Community School?
Highland Community School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Community School offer ?
Highland Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Community School part of?
Highland Community School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Community School located?
Highland Community School is located in the King Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in King Park.
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