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North Division High

High School · Milwaukee School District

1011 W Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53206

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,221 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#38 of 176

public schools

In district

#23 of 154

Milwaukee School District

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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North Division High

6.1/10

High School in Milwaukee · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North Division High

North Division High is a public high school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. North Division High serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Division High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,221 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for North Division High show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at North Division High 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate32%
AP Participation6.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815

North Division High — Students at North Division High score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 5.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 6.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2011
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2012
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2013
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How North Division High Compares

See how North Division High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
42th percentile in WI
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Sports
1
1 boys' · 0 girls'
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Athletics1sport offered
1 boys'·0 girls'·1 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1011 W Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Division High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Alliance School of Milwaukee (rated 4.8/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Shalom High (rated 4.6/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Grant Gordon Learning Center Milwaukee 0.3 mi 5.2
CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee 0.3 mi 6.2
Milwaukee College Preparatory School: Lola Rowe North Campus Milwaukee 0.5 mi 7.0
Hopkins Lloyd Community School Milwaukee 0.4 mi 4.5
Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- Lloyd Street Milwaukee 0.6 mi 7.0
LaFollette Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 4.8
CLARA MOHAMMED SCHOOL INC. Milwaukee 0.6 mi 8.8
Alliance School of Milwaukee Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.8
Elm Creative Arts Elementary Milwaukee 0.9 mi 3.3
Roosevelt Middle Milwaukee 0.9 mi 5.7
Jackson Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 4.8
King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee 0.8 mi 6.6
Shalom High Milwaukee 1.0 mi 4.6
King Jr Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.4
Brown Street Academy Milwaukee 0.9 mi 5.4
MALAIKA EARLY LEARNING CENTER Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.9
Siefert Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.9
Keefe Avenue Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.3
ST MARCUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.9 mi 5.7
Carver Academy Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.1

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Division High

What grades does North Division High serve?

North Division High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Division High?

North Division High has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Division High?

The student-teacher ratio at North Division High is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Division High rank in WI?

North Division High ranks #1,221 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is North Division High's MySchoolScout rating?

North Division High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 North Division High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Division High has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is North Division High a charter school?

No, North Division High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Division High a Title I school?

No, North Division High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Division High?

90.5% of students at North Division 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
52 Good Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
4-Year Graduation
32.0%

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