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Audubon Technology and Communication Middle

Middle School · Milwaukee School District

3300 S 39th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

3.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#2,033 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#162 of 176

public schools

In district

#141 of 154

Milwaukee School District

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Audubon Technology and Communication Middle

3.4/10

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About Audubon Technology and Communication Middle

Audubon Technology and Communication Middle is a public middle school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Audubon Technology and Communication Middle serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Audubon Technology and Communication Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,033 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Audubon Technology and Communication Middle show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

90% of students at Audubon Technology and Communication Middle 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.2% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-49.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-40.6 pts
Overall Proficiency7% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815
Chronic Absenteeism89.9%

Audubon Technology and Communication Middle — Students at Audubon Technology and Communication Middle score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 11.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 18.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 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
58%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2012
Math
15%
ELA
13%
2013
Math
13%
ELA
10%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
4%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
6%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
3.8%
ELA
7.5%
2025
Math
2.7%
ELA
12.2%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Audubon Technology and Communication Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
3.4/10
4th percentile in WI
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
89.9%

Programs & Offerings

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 Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lad Lake Synergy School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edgewood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 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 High 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 Middle

What grades does Audubon Technology and Communication Middle serve?

Audubon Technology and Communication Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Audubon Technology and Communication Middle?

Audubon Technology and Communication Middle has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Audubon Technology and Communication Middle is 13.6:1. 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 Middle rank in WI?

Audubon Technology and Communication Middle ranks #2,033 of 2,105 schools in WI.

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

Audubon Technology and Communication Middle 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 Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Audubon Technology and Communication Middle has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Audubon Technology and Communication Middle a charter school?

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

Is Audubon Technology and Communication Middle a Title I school?

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

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

95.4% of students at Audubon Technology and Communication Middle 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
6th – 8th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
89.9%

District

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

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