Serving 979 students in grades 9-12, South Milwaukee 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Milwaukee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Milwaukee High School's student population of 979 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
979 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
South Milwaukee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Milwaukee High School is 0.60, which is more 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
#1757 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
7%
9%
White
57%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Milwaukee High School's ranking?
South Milwaukee High School is ranked #1757 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Milwaukee High School?
The graduation rate of South Milwaukee High School is 89%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Milwaukee High School?
979 students attend South Milwaukee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Milwaukee High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Milwaukee High School?
South Milwaukee High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Milwaukee High School offer ?
South Milwaukee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Milwaukee High School part of?
South Milwaukee High School is part of South Milwaukee School District.
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