Serving 378 students in grades 6-8, West Milwaukee Intermediate 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 7% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Milwaukee Intermediate serves the eastern part of Milwaukee, WI, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Milwaukee Intermediate's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Milwaukee Intermediate 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 West Milwaukee Intermediate is 0.72, 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
#1833 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
15%
9%
White
30%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Milwaukee Intermediate's ranking?
West Milwaukee Intermediate is ranked #1833 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend West Milwaukee Intermediate?
378 students attend West Milwaukee Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of West Milwaukee Intermediate students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Milwaukee Intermediate?
West Milwaukee Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Milwaukee Intermediate offer ?
West Milwaukee Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Milwaukee Intermediate part of?
West Milwaukee Intermediate is part of West Allis-West Milwaukee School District.
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