Average
#1020 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 48% in state
Brown Deer Middle/high
High School · Brown Deer School District
8060 N 60th St, Brown Deer, WI 53223
Enrollment
925
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
925
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,020 of 2,105
In Brown Deer
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Brown Deer School District
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Brown Deer Middle/high
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About Brown Deer Middle/high
Brown Deer Middle/high is a public high school in Brown Deer, WI, part of Brown Deer School District. Brown Deer Middle/high serves approximately 925 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown Deer Middle/high has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,020 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Brown Deer Middle/high show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Brown Deer Middle/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
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Brown Deer Middle/high — Students at Brown Deer Middle/high score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.0/10.
How Brown Deer Middle/high Compares
See how Brown Deer Middle/high performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8060 N 60th St, Brown Deer, WI 53223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown Deer Middle/high may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DESTINY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), a more accessible option. Additionally, Green Tree Preparatory Academy (rated 4.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brown Deer, see our Brown Deer schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thoreau Elementary Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Brown Deer Elementary Brown Deer | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND ACADEMICS Brown Deer | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| CITY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| EARLY VIEW ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Barton Elementary Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Green Tree Preparatory Academy Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| DESTINY HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL - EAST CAMPUS Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Morse Mid Milwaukee | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Milwaukee Sign Language Elementary Milwaukee | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: FIDELIS Milwaukee | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Darrell Lynn Hines Academy Milwaukee | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Milwaukee Scholars Charter School Milwaukee | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Stuart Elementary Milwaukee | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| NEW WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mequon | 2.9 mi | — |
| Kluge Elementary Milwaukee | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Thurston Woods Elementary Milwaukee | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
| RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,477
Median Home Value
$184,300
Median Rent
$1,071/mo
Population
29,287
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
51.8%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.3
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|---|---|
| Homestead High Mequon, WI | 6.6 |
| Grafton High Grafton, WI | 6.5 |
| Kettle Moraine High Wales, WI | 6.5 |
| Waupun Area Senior High Waupun, WI | 6.5 |
| Harborside Academy Kenosha, WI | 6.7 |
| Cedarburg High Cedarburg, WI | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brown Deer Middle/high
What grades does Brown Deer Middle/high serve?
Brown Deer Middle/high serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Brown Deer Middle/high?
Brown Deer Middle/high has an enrollment of approximately 925 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown Deer Middle/high?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown Deer Middle/high 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 Brown Deer Middle/high rank in WI?
Brown Deer Middle/high ranks #1,020 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Brown Deer Middle/high's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown Deer Middle/high has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Brown Deer Middle/high?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brown Deer Middle/high has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brown Deer Middle/high a charter school?
No, Brown Deer Middle/high is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brown Deer Middle/high a Title I school?
No, Brown Deer Middle/high is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brown Deer Middle/high?
55.8% of students at Brown Deer Middle/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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 925
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.4%
- Phone
- (414) 371-7000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Brown Deer School District- District Enrollment
- 1,647
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,230
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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