Serving 7 students in grades 6-8, Southeastern 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeastern ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Southeastern's student population of 7 students has declined by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southeastern 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 Southeastern is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1922 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
72%
9%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeastern's ranking?
Southeastern is ranked #1922 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Southeastern?
7 students attend Southeastern.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Southeastern students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeastern?
Southeastern has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southeastern offer ?
Southeastern offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeastern part of?
Southeastern is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Southeastern located?
Southeastern is located in the Estabrook Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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