Needs Improvement

#552 of 571 private schools in WI

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study

High School

3288 N LAKE DR, Milwaukee, WI 53211

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#552 of 571

In Milwaukee

#72 of 74

public schools

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About Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study is a private high school in Milwaukee, WI. Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #552 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study show 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.6 pts below WI schools

3.9

This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
WI avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 71 students, Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study 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.

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study 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

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How Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study compares to 46 public schools serving similar grades in Milwaukee, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

19.7:1

This School

22.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

581

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

3.9

This School

5.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study Milwaukee Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study (this school)	—	71	19.7:1	3.9
Riverside High	1.1 mi	1,162	14.9:1	3.7
North Division High	2.9 mi	389	13.9:1	6.1
Golda Meir School	2.9 mi	1,211	19.2:1	5.8
Alliance School of Milwaukee	3.1 mi	155	11.1:1	4.8
Tenor High	3.3 mi	627	26.1:1	6.1
King International	3.4 mi	1,339	19.1:1	5.7
Shalom High	3.6 mi	110	27.5:1	4.6
NOVA-Northwest Opportunities Vocational Academy	3.6 mi	117	39:1	4.8
Milwaukee County Youth Education Center	3.6 mi	22	5.5:1	—
Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning	3.7 mi	431	26.9:1	2.5
Project STAY-Supporting Teachers and Youth	3.8 mi	78	11.1:1	5.5
Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy	4.1 mi	312	12.5:1	5.1
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School	4.1 mi	269	53.8:1	3.0
Milwaukee High School of the Arts	4.3 mi	985	17.9:1	4.1
Milwaukee Academy of Science	4.3 mi	1,404	20.3:1	4.2
Bradley Technology High	4.3 mi	999	16.9:1	3.9
Groppi High	4.4 mi	102	12.8:1	6.1
Transition High	4.7 mi	88	8.8:1	6.0
Banner Preparatory School of Milwaukee	4.7 mi	44	14.7:1	8.1
ASSATA High	4.7 mi	116	38.7:1	4.5

Showing 20 of 46 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C- 1.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 19.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.3 / 10

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School Day Length 10 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,350

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 2.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.8 / 10

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Enrollment 71

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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)

Math Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

29.8% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 0.0% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

35.7% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 4 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3288 N LAKE DR, Milwaukee, WI 53211

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Whitefish Bay High (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Whitefish Bay), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shorewood High (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside High (rated 3.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milwaukee, see our Milwaukee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Hartford Avenue Elementary Milwaukee	0.6 mi	380	2.8
ST ROBERT SCHOOL Shorewood	1.0 mi	290	7.8
Atwater Elementary Shorewood	1.1 mi	479	8.4
Maryland Montessori Milwaukee	1.2 mi	515	6.8
Riverside High Milwaukee	1.1 mi	1,162	3.7
Shorewood Intermediate Shorewood	1.2 mi	272	7.5
Shorewood High Shorewood	1.2 mi	619	6.3
New Horizons for Learning Shorewood	1.2 mi	24	—
Gaenslen Elementary Milwaukee	1.2 mi	677	3.5
Lake Bluff Elementary Shorewood	1.6 mi	533	8.0
Fratney Elementary Milwaukee	1.6 mi	474	3.9
Riverwest Elementary Milwaukee	1.7 mi	275	3.2
ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee	1.8 mi	88	7.2
TAMARACK WALDORF SCHOOL Milwaukee	2.2 mi	206	7.1
Cumberland Elementary Whitefish Bay	2.2 mi	611	7.9
HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Whitefish Bay	2.3 mi	148	7.8
Southeastern Milwaukee	2.1 mi	16	—
Holmes Elementary Milwaukee	2.1 mi	289	4.8
Whitefish Bay High Whitefish Bay	2.5 mi	906	7.2
King International Baccalaureate Middle Milwaukee	2.1 mi	210	6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,206

Median Home Value

$413,500

Median Rent

$1,225/mo

Population

34,427

College Educated

74%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

30.9

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Anthony Acres School Mondovi, WI	51	4.2
Benton High Benton, WI	59	4.2
Stockbridge High Stockbridge, WI	56	4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study

What grades does Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study serve?

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study?

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study?

The student-teacher ratio at Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study rank in WI?

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study ranks #552 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study's MySchoolScout rating?

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study has 0% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 0% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study a private school?

Yes, Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study a religious school?

Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 48 Some Transit
Bike Score: 29 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 71
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 10 hours
Days Per Year: 135 days
Setting: Large City
County: Milwaukee County
Phone: (414) 963-9317

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