Serving 543 students in grades 6-12, The Real 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 36% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90%
- Math Proficiency: 36%
- Reading Proficiency: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Real School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The Real School's student population of 543 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Real School 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)
(18-19)36%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)26%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
12%
9%
White
55%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
4%
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 schools are The Real School often compared to?
The Real Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walden Iii High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Real School?
The graduation rate of The Real School is 90%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 89%.
How many students attend The Real School?
543 students attend The Real School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of The Real School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Real School?
The Real School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Real School offer ?
The Real School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Real School part of?
The Real School is part of Racine Unified School District.
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