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#1015 of 2,105 schools in WI

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Veritas High

High School · Seeds of Health Inc

3025 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215

Charter

Enrollment

255

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,015 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#24 of 176

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Seeds of Health Inc

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Veritas High

6.6/10

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

Curtin Elementary

4.1/10

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4.8/10

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About Veritas High

Veritas High is a public high school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Seeds of Health Inc. Veritas High serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Veritas High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,015 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Veritas High show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Veritas 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.

Veritas High is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change+0.31 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2021
TrendStable
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation16.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Veritas High — Students at Veritas High score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 25.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%

* 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 Veritas High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
52th percentile in WI
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
16.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
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

3025 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Veritas High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lad Lake Synergy School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carmen High School of Science and Technology South Campus (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pulaski High (rated 4.8/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Curtin Elementary Milwaukee 0.4 mi 4.1
Pulaski High Milwaukee 0.4 mi 4.8
Rocketship Southside Community Prep Milwaukee 0.5 mi 6.8
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus Milwaukee 0.4 mi 3.7
Audubon Technology and Communication Middle Milwaukee 0.6 mi 3.4
Audubon Technology and Communication High Milwaukee 0.6 mi 3.4
WORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.7 mi 7.5
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.6 mi 7.2
Manitoba Elementary Milwaukee 0.7 mi 3.1
Lad Lake Synergy School Milwaukee 1.2 mi 8.3
U S Grant School Milwaukee 1.2 mi 4.3
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Milwaukee 0.9 mi 5.3
Morgandale Elementary Milwaukee 1.1 mi 3.9
Lincoln Avenue Elementary Milwaukee 1.3 mi 5.3
Rogers Street Academy Milwaukee 1.5 mi 5.6
Carmen High School of Science and Technology South Campus Milwaukee 1.7 mi 5.8
ALBA - Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes Milwaukee 1.7 mi 4.8
Grandview High Milwaukee 1.3 mi 4.2
Greenfield Bilingual Milwaukee 1.7 mi 4.2
Carmen Middle School South Milwaukee 1.4 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,207

Median Home Value

$148,400

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

58,375

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

47.2%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

31.4

Similar Schools

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Frederic 6-12 School Frederic, WI 6.6
Gresham High Gresham, WI 6.6
Melrose-Mindoro Junior/Senior High Melrose, WI 6.6
Oostburg High Oostburg, WI 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Veritas High

What grades does Veritas High serve?

Veritas High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Veritas High?

Veritas High has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Veritas High?

The student-teacher ratio at Veritas High is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Veritas High rank in WI?

Veritas High ranks #1,015 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Veritas High's MySchoolScout rating?

Veritas High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Veritas High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Veritas High has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).

Is Veritas High a charter school?

Yes, Veritas High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Veritas High a Title I school?

No, Veritas High is not currently a Title I school.

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

74.1% of students at Veritas 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
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Seeds of Health Inc
District Enrollment
1,259
Schools in District
3
District Rank
#2 of 3

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