Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, La Causa 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 3% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Causa Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
La Causa Charter School's student population of 623 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Causa Charter School 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 La Causa Charter School is 0.06, 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
#1975 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
97%
14%
Black
3%
9%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 La Causa Charter School's ranking?
La Causa Charter School is ranked #1975 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend La Causa Charter School?
623 students attend La Causa Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of La Causa Charter School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Causa Charter School?
La Causa Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Causa Charter School offer ?
La Causa Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is La Causa Charter School part of?
La Causa Charter School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is La Causa Charter School located?
La Causa Charter School is located in the Clock Tower Acres neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
School Reviews
5 11/3/2016
Great school. I had my son there and he loved this school. So bad I had to move to another state.
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