Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Milwaukee French Immersion 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee French Immersion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milwaukee French Immersion's student population of 450 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Milwaukee French Immersion 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 French Immersion is 0.58, which is more 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
#1305 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
61%
9%
White
18%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Milwaukee French Immersion's ranking?
Milwaukee French Immersion is ranked #1305 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Milwaukee French Immersion often compared to?
Milwaukee French Immersionis often viewed alongside schools like Milwaukee German Immersion, Milwaukee Spanish Immersion by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee French Immersion?
450 students attend Milwaukee French Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Milwaukee French Immersion students are Black, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwaukee French Immersion?
Milwaukee French Immersion has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee French Immersion offer ?
Milwaukee French Immersion offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee French Immersion part of?
Milwaukee French Immersion is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee French Immersion located?
Milwaukee French Immersion is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Uptown.
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