Serving 1,334 students in grades 9-12, King International ranks in the top 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 20% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King International ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
King International's student population of 1,334 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
King International ranks within the top 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King International is 0.65, 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
#961 out of 1984 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
54%
9%
White
14%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King International's ranking?
King International is ranked #961 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are King International often compared to?
King Internationalis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of King International?
The graduation rate of King International is 93%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend King International?
1,334 students attend King International.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of King International students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King International?
King International has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does King International offer ?
King International offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is King International part of?
King International is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is King International located?
King International is located in the Rufus King neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Rufus King.
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