South Division High School is a public high school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. South Division is part of the Milwaukee Public Schools.
Serving 57 students in grades 9-12, South Accelerated Academy 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Accelerated Academy's student population of 57 students has grown by 1325% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Accelerated Academy is 0.56, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
54%
14%
Black
39%
9%
White
n/a
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 South Accelerated Academy?
The graduation rate of South Accelerated Academy is 50-59%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Accelerated Academy?
57 students attend South Accelerated Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of South Accelerated Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Accelerated Academy?
South Accelerated Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Accelerated Academy offer ?
South Accelerated Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Accelerated Academy part of?
South Accelerated Academy is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is South Accelerated Academy located?
South Accelerated Academy is located in the Historic Mitchell Street neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Historic Mitchell Street.
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