Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus 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 33% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus's student population of 478 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus 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 College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1334 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
90%
9%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
37%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus's ranking?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus is ranked #1334 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus?
478 students attend Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus offer ?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus part of?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus located?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus is located in the Metcalfe Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other public schools located in Metcalfe Park.
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