Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Milwaukee German Immersion ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee German Immersion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Milwaukee German Immersion's student population of 551 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milwaukee German Immersion ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milwaukee German Immersion is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#900 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
29%
9%
White
52%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee German Immersion's ranking?
Milwaukee German Immersion is ranked #900 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee German Immersion?
551 students attend Milwaukee German Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Milwaukee German Immersion students are White, 29% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwaukee German Immersion?
Milwaukee German Immersion has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee German Immersion offer ?
Milwaukee German Immersion offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee German Immersion part of?
Milwaukee German Immersion is part of Milwaukee School District.
School Reviews
5 10/17/2011
School used to be great until budget cuts & now teachers seem different in attitude towards children.
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