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Audubon Technology and Communication High

High School · Milwaukee School District

3300 S 39th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215

Enrollment

431

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

3.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#2,036 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#165 of 176

public schools

In district

#144 of 154

Milwaukee School District

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3.4/10

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About Audubon Technology and Communication High

Audubon Technology and Communication High is a public high school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Audubon Technology and Communication High serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Audubon Technology and Communication High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,036 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Audubon Technology and Communication High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at Audubon Technology and Communication High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate67%
AP Participation7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815
Chronic Absenteeism54.3%

Audubon Technology and Communication High — Students at Audubon Technology and Communication High score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 12.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.

How Audubon Technology and Communication High Compares

See how Audubon Technology and Communication High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.4/10
3th percentile in WI
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.3%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·2 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3300 S 39th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Audubon Technology and Communication High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lad Lake Synergy School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Veritas High (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pulaski High (rated 4.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Audubon Technology and Communication Middle Milwaukee 0.0 mi 3.4
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.3 mi 7.2
Manitoba Elementary Milwaukee 0.5 mi 3.1
Curtin Elementary Milwaukee 0.5 mi 4.1
Veritas High Milwaukee 0.6 mi 6.6
Glenwood Elementary Greenfield 0.8 mi 5.9
Rocketship Southside Community Prep Milwaukee 1.0 mi 6.8
ST SAVA ORTHODOX SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.8 mi 6.8
Pulaski High Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.8
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus Milwaukee 1.0 mi 3.7
WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.0 mi 7.5
Milwaukee Spanish Immersion Milwaukee 1.3 mi 3.7
U S Grant School Milwaukee 1.6 mi 4.3
Lad Lake Synergy School Milwaukee 1.6 mi 8.3
Whitman Elementary Milwaukee 1.5 mi 5.0
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.4 mi 7.2
Morgandale Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 3.9
Greenfield Middle Greenfield 1.9 mi 6.1
Edgewood Elementary Greenfield 1.9 mi 8.3
Greenfield Bilingual Milwaukee 1.9 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,207

Median Home Value

$148,400

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

58,375

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

47.2%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

31.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Audubon Technology and Communication High

What grades does Audubon Technology and Communication High serve?

Audubon Technology and Communication High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Audubon Technology and Communication High?

Audubon Technology and Communication High has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Audubon Technology and Communication High?

The student-teacher ratio at Audubon Technology and Communication High is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Audubon Technology and Communication High rank in WI?

Audubon Technology and Communication High ranks #2,036 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Audubon Technology and Communication High's MySchoolScout rating?

Audubon Technology and Communication High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Audubon Technology and Communication High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Audubon Technology and Communication High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Audubon Technology and Communication High a charter school?

No, Audubon Technology and Communication High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Audubon Technology and Communication High a Title I school?

No, Audubon Technology and Communication High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Audubon Technology and Communication High?

85.2% of students at Audubon Technology and Communication High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.3%
4-Year Graduation
67.0%

District

Milwaukee School District
District Enrollment
66,864
Schools in District
156
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,815
District Rank
#144 of 154

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