Serving 591 students in grades 6-11, Milwaukee Excellence 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 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 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School's student population of 591 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milwaukee Excellence Charter School is 0.13, which is less 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
#1915 out of 1984 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
93%
9%
White
1%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee Excellence Charter School's ranking?
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School is ranked #1915 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Milwaukee Excellence Charter School often compared to?
Milwaukee Excellence Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan College Preparatory High School, Milwaukee High School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee Excellence Charter School?
591 students attend Milwaukee Excellence Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Milwaukee Excellence Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwaukee Excellence Charter School?
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee Excellence Charter School offer ?
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-11 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee Excellence Charter School part of?
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee Excellence Charter School located?
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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