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#8 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 1% of private schools

Clara Mohammed School Inc.

School

317 W WRIGHT ST, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 172 schools in Milwaukee. Learn more

Enrollment

141

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Milwaukee

#2 of 74

public schools

Wisconsin schools

#3 of 80

About Clara Mohammed School Inc.

Clara Mohammed School Inc. is a regular public school located in the heart of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Spanning kindergarten through 12th grade, this small but dedicated community offers personalized learning with an enrollment of just 141 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1. The school's commitment to individualized attention can be seen in its full-time equivalent teaching staff of 16 educators who work closely with each student.

While the MySchoolScout rating stands at 6.2 out of 10, indicating there is room for academic growth and improvement, Clara Mohammed School Inc. focuses on holistic development, nurturing students through a wide range of educational experiences. The school's state ranking of #214 out of 571 in Wisconsin reflects its place among the middle tier of schools statewide. Clara Mohammed School Inc. sits in a bustling urban environment within Milwaukee, providing students with diverse opportunities and access to city resources.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 141 students, Clara Mohammed School Inc. is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1, Clara Mohammed School Inc. offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Clara Mohammed School Inc. operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$7,096
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$5,999
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.85x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
98%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$144,305

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 141 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Clara Mohammed School Inc. compares to 176 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
This School
vs
21.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
141
This School
vs
431
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.8
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 57.4% vs 0%
Black 35.5% vs 0%
Asian 7.1% vs 0%
Clara Mohammed School Inc. Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Clara Mohammed School Inc. (this school) 8.8
Holmes Elementary 6.1
King International Baccalaureate Middle 5.0
Carver Academy 4.4
North Division High 5.8
Riverwest Elementary 4.4
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- Lloyd Street 3.5
Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus 4.9
Alliance School of Milwaukee 6.4
Roosevelt Middle 6.2
Elm Creative Arts Elementary 4.8
Golda Meir School 6.7
Hopkins Lloyd Community School 4.7
King Jr Elementary 3.7
LaFollette Elementary 3.6
Cass Street Elementary 4.9
Fratney Elementary 4.3
Shalom High 4.7
Siefert Elementary 4.6
Gaenslen Elementary 5.0
Brown Street Academy 5.4

Showing 20 of 176 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,320
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 141
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 3.8%
School
State
42.8%
ELA Proficiency 16.8%
School
State
42.8%

Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 57.4%
Black 35.5%
Asian 7.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

317 W WRIGHT ST, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clara Mohammed School Inc. may also want to explore other schools in the area. Golda Meir School (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.4 mi 5.7
King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee 0.4 mi 5.0
Holmes Elementary Milwaukee 0.4 mi 6.1
Carver Academy Milwaukee 0.6 mi 4.4
Grant Gordon Learning Center Milwaukee 0.5 mi 7.1
North Division High Milwaukee 0.6 mi 5.8
Roosevelt Middle Milwaukee 0.8 mi 6.2
MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.9
Alliance School of Milwaukee Milwaukee 0.8 mi 6.4
Golda Meir School Milwaukee 0.9 mi 6.7
Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 4.4
ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.8 mi 7.2
Elm Creative Arts Elementary Milwaukee 0.8 mi 4.8
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- Lloyd Street Milwaukee 0.8 mi 3.5
King Jr Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 3.7
Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus Milwaukee 0.8 mi 4.9
LaFollette Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 3.6
Cass Street Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 4.9
CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee 0.9 mi 6.2
Fratney Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,679

Median Home Value

$204,300

Median Rent

$1,038/mo

Population

29,099

College Educated

37.3%

Homeownership

32.4%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

26.2%

Median Age

31

Community Profile

The community surrounding Clara Mohammed School Inc. has a median household income of $42,679. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $204,300, with a median rent of $1,038/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BADGER STATE BAPTIST SCHOOL Oak Creek, WI 9.0
BELIEVERS IN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee, WI 8.1
EAGLE SCHOOLS Richland Center, WI 8.0
FOND DU LAC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac, WI 7.8
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williams Bay, WI 7.7
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osceola, WI 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clara Mohammed School Inc.

What grades does Clara Mohammed School Inc. serve?

Clara Mohammed School Inc. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Clara Mohammed School Inc.?

Clara Mohammed School Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clara Mohammed School Inc.?

The student-teacher ratio at Clara Mohammed School Inc. is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Clara Mohammed School Inc. rank in WI?

Clara Mohammed School Inc. is ranked #8 out of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Clara Mohammed School Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Clara Mohammed School Inc. has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Clara Mohammed School Inc.?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Clara Mohammed School Inc. has 3.8% math proficiency and 16.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Clara Mohammed School Inc. a private school?

Yes, Clara Mohammed School Inc. is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Clara Mohammed School Inc. a religious school?

Clara Mohammed School Inc. has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,164/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Milwaukee). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
141
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large City
County
MILWAUKEE
Data Year
2022–2023

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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