South Milwaukee School District
School District · South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,914
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
6
4 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,914
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
How this district compares
Wisconsin rank
#302 of 379
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Wisconsin avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,914
+$22 vs Wisconsin median
District size
2,783 students
Much larger than Wisconsin median
About South Milwaukee School District
South Milwaukee School District is a South Milwaukee, Wisconsin school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,783 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. The district invests $14,914 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.0/10, South Milwaukee School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Blakewood Elementary, which has a composite score of 7.0/10.
In standardized testing, South Milwaukee School District students show an average math proficiency of 38.3% and ELA proficiency of 39.2%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in South Milwaukee School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Milwaukee School District with test data.
Schools in South Milwaukee School District
6 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Wisconsin
- City
- South Milwaukee
- Total Enrollment
- 2,783
- Teachers (FTE)
- 211
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Milwaukee School District?
South Milwaukee School District has 6 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for South Milwaukee School District?
The average composite rating for South Milwaukee School District is 6.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Milwaukee School District?
South Milwaukee School District spends $14,914 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Milwaukee School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Milwaukee School District is 13.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Milwaukee School District?
Blakewood Elementary is the highest-rated school in South Milwaukee School District with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What are the test scores in South Milwaukee School District?
Across schools in South Milwaukee School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 39.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Milwaukee School District compare to other districts in Wisconsin?
South Milwaukee School District has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Wisconsin by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 38.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 39.2%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare South Milwaukee School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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