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Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth

High School · Milwaukee School District

609 N 8th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233

Enrollment

78

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,448 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#55 of 176

public schools

In district

#39 of 154

Milwaukee School District

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth

5.5/10

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

Milwaukee County Youth Education Center

Nearby

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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6.1/10

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About Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth

Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth is a public high school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,448 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 78 students, Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth 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 Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth 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 Data10
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2019
TrendStable
Academics2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency8% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
College Readiness1.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate7.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815

Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth — Students at Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 5.0% (multi-year average, 2010-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 7.7% (multi-year average, 2010-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2010
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2012
Math
5%
ELA
2.5%
2013
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
10%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth Compares

See how Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in WI
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

609 N 8th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tenor High (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CRISTO REY JESUIT MILWAUKEE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Alliance School of Milwaukee (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center Milwaukee 0.3 mi
Tenor High Milwaukee 0.4 mi 6.1
Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning Milwaukee 0.5 mi 2.5
Highland Community School Milwaukee 0.8 mi 7.2
Golda Meir School Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.8
Siefert Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 4.9
Bradley Technology High Milwaukee 1.0 mi 3.9
Roosevelt Middle Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.7
Elm Creative Arts Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 3.3
Vieau Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 5.0
Alliance School of Milwaukee Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.8
Bruce Guadalupe Milwaukee 1.2 mi 7.8
Kagel Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.2
Milwaukee Academy of Science Milwaukee 0.9 mi 4.2
United Community Center Acosta Middle School Milwaukee 1.2 mi 7.6
Shalom High Milwaukee 1.2 mi 4.6
CRISTO REY JESUIT MILWAUKEE HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.2 mi 5.6
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee 1.3 mi 5.4
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee 1.3 mi 5.0
Milwaukee High School of the Arts Milwaukee 1.1 mi 4.1

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth

What grades does Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth serve?

Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth?

Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth?

The student-teacher ratio at Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth rank in WI?

Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth ranks #1,448 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth's MySchoolScout rating?

Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019).

Is Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth a charter school?

No, Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth a Title I school?

No, Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth?

88.5% of students at Project Stay-supporting Teachers and Youth 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
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
69 Good Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
4-Year Graduation
7.5%

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