Serving 416 students in grades 6-8, Morse Middle School 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morse Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Morse Middle School's student population of 416 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Morse Middle School 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 Morse Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1943 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
71%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse Middle School's ranking?
Morse Middle School is ranked #1943 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Morse Middle School often compared to?
Morse Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Community 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 40% WI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Morse Middle School?
416 students attend Morse Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Morse Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morse Middle School?
Morse Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morse Middle School offer ?
Morse Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morse Middle School part of?
Morse Middle School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Morse Middle School located?
Morse Middle School is located in the Menomonee River Hills neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Menomonee River Hills.
School Reviews
5 11/7/2022
Cool course offerings. Great honors classes for gifted kids.
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