Below Average
#1812 of 2,105 schools in WI
Whs Information Technology
High School · Milwaukee School District
2525 N Sherman Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53210
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,812 of 2,105
In Milwaukee
#112 of 176
public schools
In district
#95 of 154
Milwaukee School District
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Whs Information Technology
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About Whs Information Technology
Whs Information Technology is a public high school in Milwaukee, WI, part of Milwaukee School District. Whs Information Technology serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Whs Information Technology has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,812 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Whs Information Technology show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- WI avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Whs Information Technology 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
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Whs Information Technology — Students at Whs Information Technology score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Whs Information Technology Compares
See how Whs Information Technology 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
2525 N Sherman Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whs Information Technology may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST SEBASTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Math and Science Academy Milwaukee | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 38th Street Milwaukee | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus Milwaukee | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Hi-Mount Elementary Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Milwaukee French Immersion Milwaukee | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Sherman Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| MT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Metcalfe Elementary Milwaukee | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Transition High Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Townsend Street Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| MT OLIVE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST SEBASTIAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL OF MILWAUKEE Milwaukee | 1.1 mi | — |
| Next Door Charter Milwaukee | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Bethune Academy Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Westside Academy Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| YESHIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Clarke Street Elementary Milwaukee | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Fifty-Third Street Elementary Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Neeskara Elementary Milwaukee | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,268
Median Home Value
$153,400
Median Rent
$1,044/mo
Population
24,605
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
32.7
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| Adams-Friendship High Adams, WI | 4.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whs Information Technology
What grades does Whs Information Technology serve?
Whs Information Technology serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Whs Information Technology?
Whs Information Technology has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whs Information Technology?
The student-teacher ratio at Whs Information Technology is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whs Information Technology rank in WI?
Whs Information Technology ranks #1,812 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Whs Information Technology's MySchoolScout rating?
Whs Information Technology 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 Whs Information Technology?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whs Information Technology has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Whs Information Technology a charter school?
No, Whs Information Technology is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whs Information Technology a Title I school?
No, Whs Information Technology is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whs Information Technology?
87.1% of students at Whs Information Technology 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Phone
- (414) 875-5900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
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District
Milwaukee School District- District Enrollment
- 66,864
- Schools in District
- 156
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,815
- District Rank
- #95 of 154
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