Serving 90 students in grades 9-12, Transition High School 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 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority 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: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (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
Transition High School's student population of 90 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day, Prepared for Success
School Rankings
The diversity score of Transition High School is 0.26, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
39%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
66%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
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 Transition High School?
The graduation rate of Transition High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Transition High School?
90 students attend Transition High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Transition High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Transition High School?
Transition High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Transition High School offer ?
Transition High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Transition High School part of?
Transition High School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Transition High School located?
Transition High School is located in the Washington Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Washington Park.
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