Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bethune Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethune Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bethune Academy's student population of 525 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Bethune Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethune Academy is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1900 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
58%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethune Academy's ranking?
Bethune Academy is ranked #1900 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Bethune Academy?
525 students attend Bethune Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Bethune Academy students are Black, 35% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethune Academy?
Bethune Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bethune Academy offer ?
Bethune Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethune Academy part of?
Bethune Academy is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethune Academy located?
Bethune Academy is located in the Washington Park neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 2 other public schools located in Washington Park.
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