Serving 192 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Darrell Lynn Hines Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 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 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy's student population of 192 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1903 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
82%
9%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darrell Lynn Hines Academy's ranking?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is ranked #1903 out of 1,991 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Darrell Lynn Hines Academy?
192 students attend Darrell Lynn Hines Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Darrell Lynn Hines Academy offer ?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Darrell Lynn Hines Academy part of?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is part of Darrell L. Hines Academy Inc. School District.
In what neighborhood is Darrell Lynn Hines Academy located?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is located in the Menomonee River Hills neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Menomonee River Hills.
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