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James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School
High School · West Allis-West Milwaukee School District
7815 W Lapham St, West Allis, WI 53214
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,486 of 2,105
In West Allis
#4 of 12
public schools
In district
#5 of 15
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District
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James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School
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About James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School
James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School is a public high school in West Allis, WI, part of West Allis-West Milwaukee School District. James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,486 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, James E Dottke Project-based Learning High 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.
Test scores at James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
57% of students at James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School 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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James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School — Students at James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 6.4/10.
How James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School Compares
See how James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7815 W Lapham St, West Allis, WI 53214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Another option is MacDowell Montessori School K3-12 (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST VINCENT PALLOTTI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Milwaukee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Allis, see our West Allis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Elementary West Allis | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Franklin Elementary West Allis | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Wilson Elementary West Allis | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Central High West Allis | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| THE RICHARDSON SCHOOL West Allis | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Horace Mann Elementary West Allis | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| ST CHARLES EDUCATION CENTER Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT PALLOTTI SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Allis | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Allis | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Burbank Elementary Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| MacDowell Montessori School K3-12 Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Fairview Elementary Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate West Allis | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| LAMB OF GOD EV LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Allis | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wauwatosa | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| GOOD SHEPHERDS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MILWAUKEE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Wilson Elementary Wauwatosa | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,712
Median Home Value
$178,600
Median Rent
$999/mo
Population
35,010
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
38
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|---|---|
| Cornell High Cornell, WI | 5.4 |
| TRANSCENTER FOR YOUTH/EL PUENTE HIGH Milwaukee, WI | 5.4 |
| Bruce High Bruce, WI | 5.5 |
| Clark Street Community School Middleton, WI | 5.5 |
| Eleva-Strum High Strum, WI | 5.5 |
| Ithaca High Richland Center, WI | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School
What grades does James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School serve?
James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School?
James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School?
The student-teacher ratio at James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School rank in WI?
James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School ranks #1,486 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School's MySchoolScout rating?
James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School a charter school?
No, James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School a Title I school?
No, James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School?
60.7% of students at James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.5%
- Phone
- (414) 604-4210
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
West Allis-West Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 6,938
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,081
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
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