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Teacher quality
Principal leadership
Parent involvement
Administration doesn't support their teachers here. There is lack of control from administration on handling situations. There is consistent fighting between kids and nothing happens. This school is always in danger of having their charter revoked because of low test scores. There are some great teachers that work here, but the environment is hostel. There needs to be better management at this school to turn it around. The current staff just isn't cutting it.
My daughter took advanced placement courses her last three years at MAS. There were numerous nights of tears just to get through her homework the first two years but she stuck with it and I am very happy and very proud of her. She is now in her second year at UW-Madison!
—Submitted by a parent
My son graduated last week and was accepted to the University of Memphis! I am very, very proud of him. Although he had to take A LOT of science classes, the small size of the high school made all the difference in the world because his teachers made sure he stayed on track.
—Submitted by a parent
My HS counselor is ALWAYS talking about college since I was in the 8th grade!!! She s cool and we have already visited 2 college s and that was fun. I don t know what some of these parents are talking about but you should check it out for yourself or visit my facebook page. I LOVE MAS!!!!
I was not to sure about the school last year until i met with the a coordinator who explained everything i should expect. She was very patient and helpful when i registered my 6 yr old boy. After our 1st year i would say i am more impressed than i expected to be. My sons teacher and assistant are so kind with him. They made him feel very special and thats all i care about. I am very happy i moved him there.
—Submitted by a parent
I have two kids who are going into their 3rd year and I am very happy with the school. I have to say that my kids teachers made all the difference in the world and although the focus is on science and math, my son really liked his art class the most. I would highly recommend this school to any parent!
—Submitted by a parent
I have 3 children there and all of their teachers are caring. They go out of their way to improve their reading levels
—Submitted by a parent
my son is in k5 I regret i sent him to this school. the teacher spend more time getting kids in control than teaching. The teacher don't have the right education to teach.. when a problem occur don't expect much from it, they seem to care less about the kids well being, They are so frustrated with the kids there, when you come to them about a problem you just another complaint waiting to be unsolved. If you want your child to advance and be around a good environment don't send your child here.
—Submitted by a parent
Yes. This school has very high expectations. If you don't send your child to school every day or if you don't follow through with home expectations, your child will not do well and the administration will be on you every day 24/7. This is a very unique school and parents have to be involved in order to appreciate everything that goes on. If you are one that is sitting back complaining and yet you don't volunteer at least once a week, you really have no place to talk. Kids cussing out bus drivers isn't a teacher problem. It's a parent problem.
—Submitted by a parent
I'm a parent of MAS, I have to say it did NOT reach my expectations. The students are disrespectful to the teacher's, there are constant disruptions in my child's classroom, how can any teaching be going . The teacher's have very low expectations of the students. The bussing situation is a joke, they can't get the students to sit down. Let alone stop them from cursing out the bus driver and/or stop them from fighting. This is a very toxic environment, and I would not recommend sending your kids there.
—Submitted by a parent
We have really great school and it is very smart and it is not all about school and smarts it is about what you know and what you wanna know they understand your need we just dont learn all day either we have fun to we go on lots of fun activities we go on lots of Fun Field Trips. Our School is entersting and I would really recommend it to all student it goes up to 12TH Grade and starts at Headstart!
—Submitted by a student
Great teachers who go out of their way. My son's teacher helped tutor him after school.
—Submitted by a parent
This school is a great school and I know because I experienced it first-hand. I attended this school for 5 years [3-8] and the only reason I left was because my family moved. There is nothing wrong with this school; the teachers there strive for excellence daily and print it deep in the students' heads while being gentle but strict...
—Submitted by a student
The school is going downhill. I really liked it at first, but the newer teacher have lower expectations and things are disorganized. I plan to change my kids school, although they have been there for 7 years. Many of the teacher have a negative attitude towards the children and parents and it reflects in their low expectations.
—Submitted by a parent
My children has attended since the school opened then 5th grade now graduating this year as a senior. That alone should mean something. I've experienced very little problems compared to what I hear from other parents at other schools.Every school has issues as well as all teachers are not the best at all school! proud MAS parent
—Submitted by a parent
This school is a complete mess. I pulled my child out of this school after 4 years. I thought the school was going to get better but it never did. It's sad to see a school fail so many students. This school is sad and it gives charter schools a bad name.
—Submitted by a parent
I believe the teachers in this school have a lack of control over the children. This is a poor example to the younger children, seeing the older schoolmates act out the way they do.
—Submitted by Liz Nelson, a parent
Excellent quality of academic programs especially science, very good music and art programs as well as extracuricular activities (although my child is still a bit young to participate). Parental involvment as volunteers is very good. I agree, the school is improving and gets Better each year.
—Submitted by Sharon Chaney, a parent
The teachers really work hard for the students! The school gets better each year, both academically and behaviorally!
—Submitted by a parent
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Grade level
The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.
69 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Reading was 81% in 2012.
69 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The state average for Language Arts was 78% in 2012.
66 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.
66 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Reading was 83% in 2012.
66 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Science was 79% in 2012.
66 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Social Studies was 93% in 2012.
66 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.
72 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Reading was 81% in 2012.
72 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.
60 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Reading was 84% in 2012.
60 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.
71 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Reading was 86% in 2012.
71 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The state average for Language Arts was 66% in 2012.
53 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Math was 81% in 2012.
53 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Reading was 85% in 2012.
53 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Science was 82% in 2012.
53 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Social Studies was 82% in 2012.
53 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The state average for Language Arts was 73% in 2012.
37 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Math was 74% in 2012.
37 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.
37 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Science was 75% in 2012.
37 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
The state average for Social Studies was 78% in 2012.
37 students were tested at this school in 2012.
2012
2011
2010
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
| All Students | 42% |
| Female | 38% |
| Male | 47% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 43% |
| Non-disabled | 42% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 42% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 42% |
| All Students | 65% |
| Female | 68% |
| Male | 63% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 43% |
| Non-disabled | 68% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 65% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 65% |
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
| All Students | 59% |
| Female | 61% |
| Male | 55% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 59% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 59% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 59% |
| All Students | 52% |
| Female | 54% |
| Male | 48% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 52% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 52% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 52% |
| All Students | 65% |
| Female | 67% |
| Male | 63% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 65% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 65% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 65% |
| All Students | 50% |
| Female | 54% |
| Male | 44% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 50% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 50% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 50% |
| All Students | 89% |
| Female | 92% |
| Male | 86% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 89% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 89% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 89% |
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
| All Students | 56% |
| Female | 68% |
| Male | 39% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 36% |
| Non-disabled | 61% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 56% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 56% |
| All Students | 61% |
| Female | 71% |
| Male | 48% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 36% |
| Non-disabled | 67% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 61% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 61% |
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
| All Students | 70% |
| Female | 70% |
| Male | 70% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | 70% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 70% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 14% |
| Non-disabled | 77% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 70% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 70% |
| All Students | 55% |
| Female | 61% |
| Male | 48% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | 55% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 55% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 14% |
| Non-disabled | 60% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 55% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 55% |
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
| All Students | 72% |
| Female | 75% |
| Male | 69% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 72% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 27% |
| Non-disabled | 80% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 72% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 72% |
| All Students | 69% |
| Female | 73% |
| Male | 66% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 69% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 27% |
| Non-disabled | 77% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 69% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 69% |
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
| All Students | 42% |
| Female | 45% |
| Male | 40% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 14% |
| Non-disabled | 47% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 42% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 42% |
| All Students | 74% |
| Female | 79% |
| Male | 68% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 29% |
| Non-disabled | 81% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 74% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 74% |
| All Students | 68% |
| Female | 72% |
| Male | 64% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 14% |
| Non-disabled | 77% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 68% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 68% |
| All Students | 66% |
| Female | 65% |
| Male | 68% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 14% |
| Non-disabled | 75% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 66% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 66% |
| All Students | 56% |
| Female | 55% |
| Male | 56% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | 14% |
| Non-disabled | 62% |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 56% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 56% |
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
| All Students | 24% |
| Female | 21% |
| Male | 31% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 24% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 24% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 24% |
| All Students | 19% |
| Female | 8% |
| Male | 39% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 19% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 19% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 19% |
| All Students | 51% |
| Female | 46% |
| Male | 62% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 51% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 51% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 51% |
| All Students | 27% |
| Female | 25% |
| Male | 30% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 27% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 27% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 27% |
| All Students | 33% |
| Female | 29% |
| Male | 39% |
| Black, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | n/a |
| Hispanic | n/a |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | n/a |
| White, not of Hispanic origin | n/a |
| Economically disadvantaged | 33% |
| Not economically disadvantaged | n/a |
| Students with disabilities | n/a |
| Non-disabled | n/a |
| English learners | n/a |
| Proficient in English | 33% |
| Migrant | n/a |
| Non-migrant | 33% |
In 2011-2012 Wisconsin used the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS), which includes the WKCE and WAA, to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in math and reading, and in grades 4, 8 and 10 in language arts, science and social studies. The WSAS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Wisconsin. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level. In private schools, only voucher program participants are tested.
The different student groups are identified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group. Subgroup scores for each school are only reported for students who were enrolled as of the fall enrollment count. The All students score includes results for all students who took the test, regardless of when they first enrolled in the school.
See Wisconsin's state standards
Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
This school's GreatSchools Rating is based on academics (90%) and climate (10%). The academic rating measures students' test scores, academic growth and college readiness. The climate rating measures safety, cleanliness, parent involvement and more.
Our rating (from 1 to 10) reflects a school's overall performance. The higher the rating, the more likely the school will prepare your child for the future, so choose an above-average school (8-10) if possible. For average schools (4-7), do careful research and look for evidence that the school has high-quality programs. For below-average schools (1-3), take caution; a low-performing school may not provide the instruction or environment your child needs to learn, and you may need to supplement classroom lessons at home.
*Test scores are based on the 2012 WSAS results from the state of Wisconsin.
***This rating is based on composite ACT scores for all 12th graders in 2011. This rating takes into account how many students took the ACT, giving more credit to schools with a higher percentage of graduates taking the ACT exam. The ACT data is provided by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
This rating encompasses five elements of school climate: safety and cleanliness, respect and relationships, expectations for students, teacher collaboration and support, and parent involvement. This school's climate ratings are the result of GreatSchools' analysis of teacher survey data from the Spring 2012 School Climate Survey developed by Milwaukee Public Schools. Unfortunately, this school didn't provide enough survey responses to generate a climate rating.
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| Black, not Hispanic | 98% | 10% | ||
| Hispanic | 1% | 10% | ||
| White, not Hispanic | 1% | 74% | ||
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | 0% | 1% | ||
| Asian | N/A | 4% | ||
| Multiracial | 0% | 2% | ||
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | N/A | 0% |
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| Limited English proficient | 0% | N/A | 6% |
| Disabled students | 11% | N/A | 14% |
| Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program | 99% | N/A | 39% |
| Students typically attend these schools prior to attending this school |
Hope Christian Academy Milwaukee College Prep MPS |
| Percentage of students going to 2-year college | 12% (2012) |
| Percentage of students going to 4-year college | 80% (2012) |
| Percentage of students going to the military | 2% (2012) |
| Percentage of students going to vocational programs | 3% (2012) |
| Percentage of students going directly into the workforce | 3% (2012) |
| Colleges most students attend after graduation |
UW - Milwaukee UW-Whitewater UW - Madison |
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| Students per FTE teacher | 15 | N/A | 15 |
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| Applications received for the 2011-2012 school year | 1034 |
| Students typically come from these schools | Hope Christian Academy Milwaukee College Prep MPS |
| Students typically attend these schools after graduating | UW - Milwaukee UW-Whitewater UW - Madison |
| College preparation / awareness offered | College prep programs/courses during the year College presentations or information sessions SAT/ACT prep classes School-sponsored trips to college campuses |
| Students' post-graduation plans in 2012 | 2 year college - 12% 4 year college - 80% Military - 2% Vocational - 3% Workforce - 3% |
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