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#1545 of 2,105 schools in WI
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language
Elementary School · Milwaukee School District
2430 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,545 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#66 of 176
public schools
In district
#50 of 154
Milwaukee School District
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language
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About Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language is a public elementary school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,545 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language 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 Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language 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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Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language — Students at Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 7.0/10.
How Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language Compares
See how Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language 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
2430 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MESSMER SAINT ROSE (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Community School (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MESSMER ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Milwaukee High School of the Arts Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Pathways High Milwaukee | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Groppi High Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MESSMER ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| MESSMER SAINT ROSE Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Woodlands School - State Street Campus Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 2.1 |
| Highland Community School Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Starms Discovery Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Story Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Siefert Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Shalom High Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| CRISTO REY JESUIT MILWAUKEE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Bethune Academy Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Brown Street Academy Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Westside Academy Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Longfellow Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Starms Early Childhood Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$20,306
Median Home Value
$132,900
Median Rent
$846/mo
Population
14,412
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
3.3%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
62.1%
Median Age
22.3
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| Fall Creek Elementary Fall Creek, WI | 5.2 |
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| Honey Creek Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 5.2 |
| Humboldt Park Elementary Milwaukee, WI | 5.2 |
| Irving Elementary West Allis, WI | 5.2 |
| Kennedy Elementary Green Bay, WI | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language
What grades does Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language serve?
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language?
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language?
The student-teacher ratio at Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language 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 Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language rank in WI?
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language ranks #1,545 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language's MySchoolScout rating?
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language a charter school?
No, Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language a Title I school?
No, Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language?
91.0% of students at Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.0%
- Phone
- (414) 934-4340
Resources & Links
District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #50 of 154
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