Serving 268 students in grades 1-8, Starms Discovery 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 1-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: STARMS DISCOVERY's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Milwaukee, WI, covering approximately 96.7 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Starms Discovery's student population of 268 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
268 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower. Educate. Inspire.
School Rankings
Starms Discovery 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 Starms Discovery 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
#1899 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
90%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
66%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
36%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
6%
Showing 2000–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starms Discovery's ranking?
Starms Discovery is ranked #1899 out of 1,962 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Starms Discovery?
268 students attend Starms Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Starms Discovery students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Starms Discovery?
Starms Discovery has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Starms Discovery offer ?
Starms Discovery offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Starms Discovery part of?
Starms Discovery is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Starms Discovery located?
Starms Discovery is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 5 other public schools located in Midtown.
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