Serving 1,711 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Milwaukee Academy Of Science 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 10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (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 (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milwaukee Academy Of Science's student population of 1,711 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,711 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Milwaukee Academy Of Science 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 Milwaukee Academy Of Science is 0.12, 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
#1862 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee Academy Of Science's ranking?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science is ranked #1862 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milwaukee Academy Of Science?
The graduation rate of Milwaukee Academy Of Science is 85-89%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Milwaukee Academy Of Science?
1,711 students attend Milwaukee Academy Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Milwaukee Academy Of Science students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milwaukee Academy Of Science?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee Academy Of Science offer ?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milwaukee Academy Of Science part of?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science is part of Milwaukee Science Education Consortium Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee Academy Of Science located?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science is located in the Avenues West neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Avenues West.
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