Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street 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 13% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street's student population of 474 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
Knowledge plus character pave the road to college and beyond.
School Rankings
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street 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 College Preparatory School -- 38th Street is 0.17, 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
#1781 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
91%
9%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street's ranking?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street is ranked #1781 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street often compared to?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Streetis often viewed alongside schools like Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus, Highland Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street?
474 students attend Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street offer ?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street part of?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street located?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street is located in the Sherman Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherman Park.
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