Serving 993 students in grades 9-12, Milwaukee High School Of The Arts 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 4% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee High School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milwaukee High School Of The Arts's student population of 993 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milwaukee High School Of The Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milwaukee High School Of The Arts is 0.65, 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
#1868 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
21%
13%
Black
53%
9%
White
11%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee High School Of The Arts's ranking?
Milwaukee High School Of The Arts is ranked #1868 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Milwaukee High School Of The Arts often compared to?
Milwaukee High School Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milwaukee High School Of The Arts?
The graduation rate of Milwaukee High School Of The Arts is 91%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Milwaukee High School Of The Arts?
993 students attend Milwaukee High School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Milwaukee High School Of The Arts students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwaukee High School Of The Arts?
Milwaukee High School Of The Arts has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee High School Of The Arts offer ?
Milwaukee High School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee High School Of The Arts part of?
Milwaukee High School Of The Arts is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee High School Of The Arts located?
Milwaukee High School Of The Arts is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 5 other public schools located in Midtown.
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