La Causa Charter School

1643 S 2nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, La Causa Charter 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 4% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • : Bottom 50% in WI
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

La Causa Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

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Attribute

School Overview

La Causa Charter School's student population of 570 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

School Rankings

La Causa Charter School 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 La Causa Charter School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1952 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
4%
40%
4%
38%
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
97%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is La Causa Charter School's ranking?
La Causa Charter School is ranked #1952 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend La Causa Charter School?
570 students attend La Causa Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of La Causa Charter School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Causa Charter School?
La Causa Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Causa Charter School offer ?
La Causa Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is La Causa Charter School part of?
La Causa Charter School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is La Causa Charter School located?
La Causa Charter School is located in the Clock Tower Acres neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Great school. I had my son there and he loved this school. So bad I had to move to another state.
- Posted by Parent - Maria

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 570 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 4% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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