Serving 335 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 12% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Milwaukee Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Milwaukee Intermediate's student population of 335 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Milwaukee Intermediate 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 West Milwaukee Intermediate is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1831 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
47%
13%
Black
15%
9%
White
25%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 #1831 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
335 students attend West Milwaukee Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of West Milwaukee Intermediate students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Milwaukee Intermediate?
West Milwaukee Intermediate has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Milwaukee Intermediate offer ?
West Milwaukee Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
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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