Serving 549 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 top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 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 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The Milwaukee German Immersion school's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 96.7 square miles in Milwaukee, WI. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milwaukee German Immersion's student population of 549 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milwaukee German Immersion ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milwaukee German Immersion is 0.65, which is more 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
#595 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
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 Milwaukee German Immersion's ranking?
Milwaukee German Immersion is ranked #595 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Milwaukee German Immersion often compared to?
Milwaukee German Immersionis often viewed alongside schools like Milwaukee French Immersion, Milwaukee Spanish Immersion by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee German Immersion?
549 students attend Milwaukee German Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Milwaukee German Immersion students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% 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 22:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milwaukee German Immersion part of?
Milwaukee German Immersion is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee German Immersion located?
Milwaukee German Immersion is located in the Nash Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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