Serving 106 students in grades 9-12, Shabazz-city 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shabazz-city High School's student population of 106 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
106 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shabazz-city 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 Shabazz-city High School is 0.63, 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
#1555 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildflowers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shabazz-city High School's ranking?
Shabazz-city High School is ranked #1555 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Shabazz-city High School often compared to?
Shabazz-city High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Innovative High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shabazz-city High School?
The graduation rate of Shabazz-city High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Shabazz-city High School?
106 students attend Shabazz-city High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Shabazz-city High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shabazz-city High School?
Shabazz-city High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shabazz-city High School offer ?
Shabazz-city High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shabazz-city High School part of?
Shabazz-city High School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is Shabazz-city High School located?
Shabazz-city High School is located in the Sherman neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherman.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
If you are planning on sending your children to college, do not send them to this school. This school did not prepare me for higher education. This school does not teach students testing skills or basic classes. Students are left academically deficient in Math, Science, and English. ACT and state testing scores place Shabazz students at one of the lowest in the city. This school also does not hold a high standard for student conduct. I saw threats, bullying and even sexual harassment openly take place. I do believe that alternative education can be beneficial, but I don't believe that this school is a good place to place your children.
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