Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street 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 13% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street's student population of 478 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 93% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street 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 College Preparatory School -- 38th Street is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1746 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
90%
9%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
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 Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street's ranking?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street is ranked #1746 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street often compared to?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Streetis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Community School, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street?
478 students attend Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street offer ?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street part of?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street located?
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street is located in the Sherman Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherman Park.
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