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#273 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 48% of private schools

Divine Destiny School

Elementary School

3782 N 12TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53206

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#273 of 571

In Milwaukee

#34 of 74

public schools

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About Divine Destiny School

Divine Destiny School is a private elementary school in Milwaukee, WI. Divine Destiny School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Divine Destiny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Divine Destiny School show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it comparesOn par with WI schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 46 students, Divine Destiny School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Divine Destiny School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Divine Destiny School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Divine Destiny School compares to 145 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.6:1

This School

21.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

407

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%

Divine Destiny School Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Divine Destiny School (this school)	—	46	6.6:1	6.5
Andrew S Douglas Middle	0.4 mi	106	11.8:1	7.1
Keefe Avenue Elementary	0.4 mi	127	15.9:1	5.3
LaFollette Elementary	0.6 mi	218	27.2:1	4.8
King Jr Elementary	0.8 mi	298	21.3:1	5.4
Franklin Elementary	0.8 mi	344	16.4:1	3.4
Auer Avenue Elementary	1.1 mi	187	17:1	5.1
Hopkins Lloyd Community School	1.1 mi	128	16:1	4.5
Southeastern	1.2 mi	16	16:1	—
Barbee Elementary	1.2 mi	305	19.1:1	6.6
Fratney Elementary	1.3 mi	474	19:1	3.9
Jackson Elementary	1.4 mi	216	11.4:1	4.8
King International Baccalaureate Middle	1.4 mi	210	13.1:1	6.6
Grant Gordon Learning Center	1.7 mi	46	9.2:1	5.2
Riverwest Elementary	1.7 mi	275	18.3:1	3.2
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School	1.7 mi	269	53.8:1	3.0
Gaenslen Elementary	1.7 mi	677	13.3:1	3.5
Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus	1.7 mi	509	127.2:1	7.0
Pratt Elementary	1.8 mi	309	18.2:1	5.4
Clemens Elementary	1.8 mi	309	14:1	4.2
Holmes Elementary	1.8 mi	289	15.2:1	4.8

Showing 20 of 145 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

Preliminary

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

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,357.5

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 2.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.3 / 10

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Enrollment 46

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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 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

49.0% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 3.0% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

48.0% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 10 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3782 N 12TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Divine Destiny School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barbee Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is King Jr Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Glendale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee	0.4 mi	1,211	4.7
Keefe Avenue Elementary Milwaukee	0.4 mi	127	5.3
Andrew S Douglas Middle Milwaukee	0.4 mi	106	7.1
LaFollette Elementary Milwaukee	0.6 mi	218	4.8
King International Milwaukee	0.7 mi	1,339	5.7
King Jr Elementary Milwaukee	0.8 mi	298	5.4
Franklin Elementary Milwaukee	0.8 mi	344	3.4
Hopkins Lloyd Community School Milwaukee	1.1 mi	128	4.5
MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee	1.0 mi	55	4.9
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale	1.1 mi	55	5.4
Auer Avenue Elementary Milwaukee	1.1 mi	187	5.1
CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee	1.3 mi	415	6.2
North Division High Milwaukee	1.3 mi	389	6.1
NOVA-Northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy Milwaukee	1.1 mi	117	4.8
BELIEVERS IN CHRIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee	1.1 mi	153	8.1
GARDEN HOMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee	1.1 mi	233	4.7
Barbee Elementary Milwaukee	1.2 mi	305	6.6
Southeastern Milwaukee	1.2 mi	16	—
Jackson Elementary Milwaukee	1.4 mi	216	4.8
King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee	1.4 mi	210	6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$28,995

Median Home Value

$70,800

Median Rent

$998/mo

Population

20,219

College Educated

7.2%

Homeownership

32.7%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

37.3%

Median Age

31.7

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Ellsworth, WI	61	6.5
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Howards Grove, WI	64	6.5
BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hustisford, WI	41	6.4
MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD PARISH CATHOLIC SCHOOL New London, WI	30	6.4
SS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Independence, WI	40	6.4
ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pardeeville, WI	39	6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Divine Destiny School

What grades does Divine Destiny School serve?

Divine Destiny School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Divine Destiny School?

Divine Destiny School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Divine Destiny School?

The student-teacher ratio at Divine Destiny School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Divine Destiny School rank in WI?

Divine Destiny School ranks #273 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Divine Destiny School's MySchoolScout rating?

Divine Destiny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Divine Destiny School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Divine Destiny School has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Divine Destiny School a private school?

Yes, Divine Destiny School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Divine Destiny School a religious school?

Divine Destiny School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 48 Some Transit
Bike Score: 54 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 46
Gender Split: 43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 181 days
Setting: Large City
County: Milwaukee County
Phone: (414) 264-3374

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