Serving 22 students in grades 6-12, Lad Lake Synergy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lad Lake Synergy School serves the southern part of Milwaukee, WI, covering an area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lad Lake Synergy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lad Lake Synergy School's student population of 22 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
22 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lad Lake Synergy 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 Lad Lake Synergy School is 0.47, 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
#1205 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-59%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lad Lake Synergy School's ranking?
Lad Lake Synergy School is ranked #1205 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Lad Lake Synergy School often compared to?
Lad Lake Synergy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Groppi High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lad Lake Synergy School?
The graduation rate of Lad Lake Synergy School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Lad Lake Synergy School?
22 students attend Lad Lake Synergy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lad Lake Synergy School students are Black, and 36% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lad Lake Synergy School?
Lad Lake Synergy School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lad Lake Synergy School offer ?
Lad Lake Synergy School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lad Lake Synergy School part of?
Lad Lake Synergy School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Lad Lake Synergy School located?
Lad Lake Synergy School is located in the Layton Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Layton Park.
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