Serving 9 students in grades 6-12, Milwaukee County Youth Education Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in WI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center's student population of 9 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Milwaukee County Youth Education Center is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
22%
13%
Black
78%
9%
White
n/a
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milwaukee County Youth Education Center?
The graduation rate of Milwaukee County Youth Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 89%.
How many students attend Milwaukee County Youth Education Center?
9 students attend Milwaukee County Youth Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Milwaukee County Youth Education Center students are Black, and 22% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwaukee County Youth Education Center?
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee County Youth Education Center offer ?
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee County Youth Education Center part of?
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee County Youth Education Center located?
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center is located in the Westown neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other public schools located in Westown.
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