Serving 558 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 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LA CAUSA Charter School serves the southeast part of Milwaukee, WI, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Causa Charter School's student population of 558 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.08, which is less 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
#1952 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
66%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
4%
5%
Showing 2007–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
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?
558 students attend La Causa Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of La Causa Charter School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Causa Charter School?
La Causa Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, 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.
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