Serving 25 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix Project ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Project ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Phoenix Project's student population of 25 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (13-14)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phoenix Project ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix Project is 0.48, which is less 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
#456 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
24%
13%
Black
68%
9%
White
8%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Project's ranking?
Phoenix Project is ranked #456 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Phoenix Project often compared to?
Phoenix Projectis often viewed alongside schools like Reuther Central High School, Edward Bain School - Creative Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Project?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Project is 70-79%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Phoenix Project?
25 students attend Phoenix Project.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Phoenix Project students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are White.
What grades does Phoenix Project offer ?
Phoenix Project offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix Project part of?
Phoenix Project is part of Kenosha School District.
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