Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milwaukee Math And Science 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee Math And Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milwaukee Math And Science Academy's student population of 244 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Milwaukee Math And Science Academy is 0.12, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
94%
9%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee Math And Science Academy?
244 students attend Milwaukee Math And Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Milwaukee Math And Science Academy students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Milwaukee Math And Science Academy?
Milwaukee Math And Science Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Milwaukee Math And Science Academy offer ?
Milwaukee Math And Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Milwaukee Math And Science Academy part of?
Milwaukee Math And Science Academy is part of Milwaukee Math And Science Academy Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee Math And Science Academy located?
Milwaukee Math And Science Academy is located in the Saint Joseph neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Saint Joseph.
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