Below Average
#1813 of 2,105 schools in WI
Obama School of Career and Technical Education
School · Milwaukee School District
5075 N Sherman Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Enrollment
1,226
Student-Teacher
34.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,226
Student-Teacher
34.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,813 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#113 of 176
public schools
In district
#96 of 154
Milwaukee School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Obama School of Career and Technical Education
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About Obama School of Career and Technical Education
Obama School of Career and Technical Education is a public school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Obama School of Career and Technical Education serves approximately 1,226 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 34.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Obama School of Career and Technical Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,813 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Obama School of Career and Technical Education show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 5% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- WI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Obama School of Career and Technical Education 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.
Obama School of Career and Technical Education runs 34.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Obama School of Career and Technical Education — Students at Obama School of Career and Technical Education score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 30 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.6/10.
How Obama School of Career and Technical Education Compares
See how Obama School of Career and Technical Education 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
5075 N Sherman Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Obama School of Career and Technical Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOLY REDEEMER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 4.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Central City Cyberschool (rated 3.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hampton Elementary Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ATONEMENT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY REDEEMER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| ASSATA High Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Banner Preparatory School of Milwaukee Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Central City Cyberschool Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Congress Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Clemens Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Carson Academy Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| MT LEBANON LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Thurston Woods Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: FIDELIS Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Browning Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SEUPER Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - SEMPER Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Kilbourn Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Milwaukee Excellence Charter School Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Fifty-Third Street Elementary Milwaukee | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| GARDEN HOMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,288
Median Home Value
$150,200
Median Rent
$980/mo
Population
44,963
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
41.7%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
24.4%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee, WI | 4.7 |
| Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee, WI | 4.2 |
| REGIS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Eau Claire, WI | 5.0 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Milwaukee, WI | 3.8 |
| ST MARYS SPRINGS ACADEMY Fond Du Lac, WI | 5.2 |
| iForward Grantsburg, WI | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Obama School of Career and Technical Education
What grades does Obama School of Career and Technical Education serve?
Obama School of Career and Technical Education serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Obama School of Career and Technical Education?
Obama School of Career and Technical Education has an enrollment of approximately 1,226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Obama School of Career and Technical Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Obama School of Career and Technical Education is 34.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Obama School of Career and Technical Education rank in WI?
Obama School of Career and Technical Education ranks #1,813 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Obama School of Career and Technical Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Obama School of Career and Technical Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Obama School of Career and Technical Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Obama School of Career and Technical Education has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 5% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Obama School of Career and Technical Education a charter school?
No, Obama School of Career and Technical Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Obama School of Career and Technical Education a Title I school?
No, Obama School of Career and Technical Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Obama School of Career and Technical Education?
89.1% of students at Obama School of Career and Technical Education 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 393-4900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 32.0%
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District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #96 of 154
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