Serving 346 students in grades 9-12, North Division High 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Division Charter High serves the eastern part of Milwaukee, WI, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Division High School's student population of 346 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Year Founded
1906
School Rankings
North Division High 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 North Division High School is 0.19, which is less 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
#1839 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
90%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
3%
66%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Graduation Rate
35-39%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Division High School's ranking?
North Division High School is ranked #1839 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are North Division High School often compared to?
North Division High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Division High School?
The graduation rate of North Division High School is 35-39%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend North Division High School?
346 students attend North Division High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Division High School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Division High School?
North Division High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Division High School offer ?
North Division High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Division High School part of?
North Division High School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is North Division High School located?
North Division High School is located in the North Division neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other public schools located in North Division.
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