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#1917 of 2,105 schools in WI

Wedgewood Park School

Middle School · Milwaukee School District

6506 W Warnimont Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53220

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

4.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#1,917 of 2,105

In Milwaukee

#136 of 176

public schools

In district

#117 of 154

Milwaukee School District

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Wedgewood Park School

4.1/10

Middle School in Milwaukee · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Wedgewood Park School

Wedgewood Park School is a public middle school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Wedgewood Park School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wedgewood Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,917 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Wedgewood Park School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

70% of students at Wedgewood Park School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg-34.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.1 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,815
Chronic Absenteeism69.9%

Wedgewood Park School — Students at Wedgewood Park School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 32.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
20%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
24%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
10.4%
ELA
18.8%
2025
Math
18%
ELA
25.7%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Wedgewood Park School Compares

See how Wedgewood Park School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
9th percentile in WI
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.9%

Programs & Offerings

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

6506 W Warnimont Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wedgewood Park School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edgewood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Honey Creek Elementary Milwaukee 0.1 mi 5.2
Hamilton High Milwaukee 0.3 mi 3.3
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.6 mi 5.6
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Milwaukee 0.6 mi 7.2
Fairview Elementary Milwaukee 0.8 mi 4.6
Maple Grove Elementary Greenfield 1.0 mi 4.5
Academy of Accelerated Learning Milwaukee 0.8 mi 6.7
Whitman Elementary Milwaukee 1.0 mi 5.0
ST SAVA ORTHODOX SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.0 mi 6.8
Glenwood Elementary Greenfield 0.9 mi 5.9
Milwaukee Spanish Immersion Milwaukee 1.2 mi 3.7
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Allis 1.6 mi 5.1
Greenfield High Greenfield 1.6 mi 4.7
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Allis 1.5 mi 7.0
Jefferson Elementary West Allis 1.9 mi 4.2
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Greenfield 1.5 mi 7.9
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.8 mi 7.1
THE RICHARDSON SCHOOL West Allis 2.0 mi 6.5
Edgewood Elementary Greenfield 1.8 mi 8.3
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Milwaukee 1.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,301

Median Home Value

$218,800

Median Rent

$1,063/mo

Population

27,678

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

57.1%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

39.4

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Franklin Middle Janesville, WI 4.3
Franklin Middle Green Bay, WI 3.8
Marinette Middle Marinette, WI 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wedgewood Park School

What grades does Wedgewood Park School serve?

Wedgewood Park School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Wedgewood Park School?

Wedgewood Park School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wedgewood Park School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wedgewood Park School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wedgewood Park School rank in WI?

Wedgewood Park School ranks #1,917 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Wedgewood Park School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wedgewood Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Wedgewood Park School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wedgewood Park School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wedgewood Park School a charter school?

No, Wedgewood Park School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wedgewood Park School a Title I school?

No, Wedgewood Park School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wedgewood Park School?

77.0% of students at Wedgewood Park School 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
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Milwaukee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.9%

District

Milwaukee School District
District Enrollment
66,864
Schools in District
156
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,815
District Rank
#117 of 154

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