Summary:
The 53204 zip code of Milwaukee, Wisconsin is home to 14 schools, including 10 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools, all operated by the Milwaukee School District, except for Bruce Guadalupe and United Community Center Acosta Middle School, which are public charter schools.
Among the standout schools, Bruce Guadalupe has the highest enrollment with 1,360 students and the highest 4-year graduation rate at 76.4%, while United Community Center Acosta Middle School has the highest test scores, with 61.22% of 8th graders proficient or better in math and 59.18% in social studies, as well as the lowest student-teacher ratio at 8.9. However, South Accelerated Academy stands out for its high per-student spending of $113,843, but also its low 4-year graduation rate of 51.2% and high dropout rate of 20.4%.
Across the district, chronic absenteeism is a significant issue, with rates ranging from 21.8% at Bruce Guadalupe to 94.6% at South Accelerated Academy. Additionally, all schools have high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, from 76.03% at Bruce Guadalupe to 91.92% at Forest Home Elementary, indicating the need for additional resources and support to address the unique challenges faced by the predominantly low-income student population.
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