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#1886 of 2,105 schools in WI

Bay View High

High School · Milwaukee School District

2751 S Lenox St, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Enrollment

956

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,886 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#124 of 176

public schools

In district

#105 of 154

Milwaukee School District

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Bay View High

4.2/10

High School in Milwaukee · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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7.9/10

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About Bay View High

Bay View High is a public high school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Bay View High serves approximately 956 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay View High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,886 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Bay View High show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • WI avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
College Readiness4.0Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate52%
AP Participation7.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815

Bay View High — Students at Bay View High score 5% 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

84.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 8.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 11.3% (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
21%
ELA
36%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
38%
2011
Math
11%
ELA
9%
2012
Math
9%
ELA
9%
2013
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Bay View High Compares

See how Bay View High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
11th percentile in WI
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
7.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·2 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

2751 S Lenox St, Milwaukee, WI 53207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bay View High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Downtown Montessori (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bay View Montessori School (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stellar Collegiate Charter School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST LUCAS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.3 mi 6.9
Downtown Montessori Milwaukee 0.4 mi 7.9
Milwaukee Parkside School Milwaukee 0.4 mi 4.8
Humboldt Park Elementary Milwaukee 0.6 mi 5.2
Trowbridge Street School of Great Lakes Studies Milwaukee 0.7 mi 5.9
Clement Avenue Elementary Milwaukee 1.2 mi 5.0
Riley Dual Language Montessori School Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.3
ST AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Milwaukee 1.0 mi 6.0
Fernwood Montessori Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.8
Bay View Montessori School Milwaukee 1.5 mi 7.8
La Causa Charter School Milwaukee 1.5 mi 4.8
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee 1.6 mi 5.5
ST JOSAPHAT PARISH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.3 mi 6.0
ST THOMAS MORE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.5 mi 7.0
Stellar Collegiate Charter School Milwaukee 1.4 mi 7.7
Zablocki Elementary Milwaukee 1.4 mi 5.0
Deer Creek Intermediate Saint Francis 1.6 mi 6.8
Hayes Bilingual School Milwaukee 1.6 mi 5.5
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.5 mi 5.4
Burdick Elementary Milwaukee 2.0 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,576

Median Home Value

$228,500

Median Rent

$1,145/mo

Population

34,536

College Educated

45.1%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bay View High

What grades does Bay View High serve?

Bay View High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bay View High?

Bay View High has an enrollment of approximately 956 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay View High?

The student-teacher ratio at Bay View High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bay View High rank in WI?

Bay View High ranks #1,886 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Bay View High's MySchoolScout rating?

Bay View High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Bay View High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay View High has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Bay View High a charter school?

No, Bay View High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bay View High a Title I school?

No, Bay View High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay View High?

84.7% of students at Bay View 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
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
956
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
4-Year Graduation
52.0%

District

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

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