Rufus King International High School, or Rufus King, is a public magnet high school located on the north side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, part of the Milwaukee Public Schools district.
Serving 1,308 students in grades 9-12, King International 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 19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: King International's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Milwaukee, WI, covering approximately 96.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
King International's student population of 1,308 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Rankings
King International 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 King International is 0.59, 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
#1203 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
36%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
5%
Showing 2001–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Yellow and Blue
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King International's ranking?
King International is ranked #1203 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are King International often compared to?
King Internationalis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of King International?
The graduation rate of King International is 90%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend King International?
1,308 students attend King International.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of King International students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King International?
King International has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does King International offer ?
King International offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is King International part of?
King International is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is King International located?
King International is located in the Rufus King neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Rufus King.
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