Milwaukee Academy Of Science

2000 W Kilbourn Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53233
1/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,401 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Milwaukee Academy Of Science 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% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,401 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • : 90-94% (Top 30% in WI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Milwaukee Academy Of Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Milwaukee Academy Of Science's student population of 1,401 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,401 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
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School Rankings

Milwaukee Academy Of Science 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 Milwaukee Academy Of Science is 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1919 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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6%
39%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Milwaukee Academy Of Science and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
6%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Milwaukee Academy Of Science and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
7%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Milwaukee Academy Of Science and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
2%
14%
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Black
96%
9%
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White
n/a
67%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.08
This chart displays the diversity score of Milwaukee Academy Of Science and the public school average diversity score of Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
90-94%
90%
This chart displays graduation rate of Milwaukee Academy Of Science and public school graduation rate of Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Milwaukee Academy Of Science and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Wisconsin by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Milwaukee Academy Of Science's ranking?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science is ranked #1919 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Milwaukee Academy Of Science?
The graduation rate of Milwaukee Academy Of Science is 90-94%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Milwaukee Academy Of Science?
1,401 students attend Milwaukee Academy Of Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Milwaukee Academy Of Science students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwaukee Academy Of Science?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee Academy Of Science offer ?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee Academy Of Science part of?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science is part of Milwaukee Science Education Consortium Inc. School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee Academy Of Science located?
Milwaukee Academy Of Science is located in the Avenues West neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Avenues West.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,401 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • : 90-94% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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