Serving 27 students in grades 9-12, South Accelerated Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Accelerated Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Accelerated Academy's student population of 27 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Accelerated Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Accelerated Academy is 0.64, 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
#456 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
41%
14%
Black
44%
9%
White
7%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Accelerated Academy's ranking?
South Accelerated Academy is ranked #456 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Accelerated Academy?
The graduation rate of South Accelerated Academy is 50-59%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Accelerated Academy?
27 students attend South Accelerated Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of South Accelerated Academy students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Accelerated Academy?
South Accelerated Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Accelerated Academy offer ?
South Accelerated Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Accelerated Academy part of?
South Accelerated Academy is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is South Accelerated Academy located?
South Accelerated Academy is located in the Historic Mitchell Street neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Historic Mitchell Street.
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