Serving 8 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix Project 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 8:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Project ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Phoenix Project's student population of 8 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Phoenix Project is 0.63, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
50%
9%
White
25%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
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?
<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 Phoenix Project?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Project is 50%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Phoenix Project?
8 students attend Phoenix Project.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Phoenix Project students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Project?
Phoenix Project has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Phoenix Project offer ?
Phoenix Project offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phoenix Project part of?
Phoenix Project is part of Kenosha School District.
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