Very Good
#53 of 571 private schools in WI
Top 9% of private schools
Salam School
School
4707 S 13TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53221
Enrollment
796
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
796
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Wisconsin private schools
#53 of 571
In Milwaukee
#8 of 74
public schools
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Salam School
School in Milwaukee · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Salam School
Salam School is a private school in Milwaukee, WI. Salam School serves approximately 796 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Salam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 571 private schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Salam School show 51% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Salam School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Salam School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Salam School compares to 178 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Salam School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Lowell International Elementary | 6.4 |
| Reagan College Preparatory High | 7.9 |
| Cooper Elementary | 7.4 |
| Whittier Elementary | 7.1 |
| IDEAL | 5.1 |
| Morgandale Elementary | 3.9 |
| Burdick Elementary | 4.7 |
| Bay View Montessori School | 7.8 |
| Victory Elementary | 5.8 |
| Garland Elementary | 3.6 |
| Curtin Elementary | 4.1 |
| Zablocki Elementary | 5.0 |
| Carmen Hi Southeast Campus | 3.7 |
| Pulaski High | 4.8 |
| Clement Avenue Elementary | 5.0 |
| Humboldt Park Elementary | 5.2 |
| Veritas High | 6.6 |
| Audubon Technology and Communication Middle | 3.4 |
| Audubon Technology and Communication High | 3.4 |
| Grandview High | 4.2 |
Showing 20 of 178 schools. View all schools in Milwaukee
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WI.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WI
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 20 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4707 S 13TH ST, Milwaukee, WI 53221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salam School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Reagan College Preparatory High (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bay View Montessori School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lowell International Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Reagan College Preparatory High Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Cooper Elementary Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Whittier Elementary Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEAL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Morgandale Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Greenfield Middle Greenfield | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Victory Elementary Milwaukee | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Burdick Elementary Milwaukee | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Bay View Montessori School Milwaukee | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Milwaukee | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Zablocki Elementary Milwaukee | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Garland Elementary Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| OUR FATHER'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Greenfield | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Curtin Elementary Milwaukee | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Carmen Hi Southeast Campus Milwaukee | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Pulaski High Milwaukee | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,640
Median Home Value
$205,500
Median Rent
$1,071/mo
Population
38,428
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
39.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS New Berlin, WI | 8.2 |
| MacDowell Montessori School K3-12 Milwaukee, WI | 7.5 |
| THE PRAIRIE SCHOOL Wind Point, WI | 8.7 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL-MILWAUKEE Milwaukee, WI | 7.0 |
| Johnson Creek Public School Johnson Creek, WI | 6.9 |
| NEWMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Wausau, WI | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salam School
What grades does Salam School serve?
Salam School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Salam School?
Salam School has an enrollment of approximately 796 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salam School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salam School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Salam School rank in WI?
Salam School ranks #53 of 571 private schools in WI.
What is Salam School's MySchoolScout rating?
Salam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Salam School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Salam School has 51% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).
Is Salam School a private school?
Yes, Salam School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Salam School a religious school?
Salam School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 796
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 282-0504
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