Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milwaukee Scholars Charter 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 15% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School 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 Milwaukee Scholars Charter School is 0.32, 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
#1797 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
81%
9%
White
1%
66%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee Scholars Charter School's ranking?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School is ranked #1797 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee Scholars Charter School?
696 students attend Milwaukee Scholars Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Milwaukee Scholars Charter School students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Milwaukee Scholars Charter School?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee Scholars Charter School offer ?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milwaukee Scholars Charter School part of?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School is part of Milwaukee Scholars Charter School Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee Scholars Charter School located?
Milwaukee Scholars Charter School is located in the Silver Spring neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 6 other public schools located in Silver Spring.
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