Serving 552 students in grades 6-8, Wedgewood Park School 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 11% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wedgewood Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wedgewood Park School's student population of 552 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wedgewood Park School 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 Wedgewood Park School is 0.60, which is more 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
#1827 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
58%
14%
Black
23%
9%
White
8%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
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 is Wedgewood Park School's ranking?
Wedgewood Park School is ranked #1827 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Wedgewood Park School often compared to?
Wedgewood Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Golda Meir School, Maryland Montessori by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Wedgewood Park School?
552 students attend Wedgewood Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wedgewood Park School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wedgewood Park School?
Wedgewood Park School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wedgewood Park School offer ?
Wedgewood Park School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wedgewood Park School part of?
Wedgewood Park School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Wedgewood Park School located?
Wedgewood Park School is located in the Root Creek neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Root Creek.
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