Serving 964 students in grades 6-12, Milwaukee School Of Languages 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 9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 964 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Milwaukee School of Languages covers the entire district in Milwaukee, WI, encompassing approximately 96.7 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.1 miles, with the furthest edge located 12.3 miles away, allowing for a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Milwaukee School Of Languages's student population of 964 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
964 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Milwaukee School Of Languages 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 School Of Languages is 0.68, 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
#1673 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
47%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
2%
5%
Showing 2007–2019. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee School Of Languages's ranking?
Milwaukee School Of Languages is ranked #1673 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milwaukee School Of Languages?
The graduation rate of Milwaukee School Of Languages is 85-89%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Milwaukee School Of Languages?
964 students attend Milwaukee School Of Languages.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Milwaukee School Of Languages students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milwaukee School Of Languages?
Milwaukee School Of Languages has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee School Of Languages offer ?
Milwaukee School Of Languages offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milwaukee School Of Languages part of?
Milwaukee School Of Languages is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee School Of Languages located?
Milwaukee School Of Languages is located in the Kops Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am in 7th grade right now me and my sister go there I think it is a good school but there are lots of kids that skip class and play 30 seconds in the bathroom most of the kids have no home training and never listen to the teachers
2 10/10/2025
The overall student body has substantial behavior issues that aren't addressed by administration at this school.
1 10/10/2025
Not a good school, learning environment is weak, Students report teachers for poor teaching principals do nothing. Wouldn't recommend coming here.
2 10/10/2025
I currently go to this school, attending the 8th grade. The school is mediocre, to say the least. mediocre teaching, mediocre teachers, mediocre student behavior, and mediocre punishment. even though this school is a language school, only 3 (2 for some students) out of 8 classes are language based. Some teachers are better than others, some do well, getting points across and so forth, while others... struggle. Some teachers fail to teach altogether.. though sometimes it's not entirely their fault. Some teachers have anger issues, some can't control the things they say. To put it short, step it up after school.
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