High Schools in West Allis-West Milwaukee School District


Summary:

The West Allis-West Milwaukee School District in Wisconsin is home to three high schools: Nathan Hale High, Central High, and James E Dottke Project-Based Learning High School. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and provide a range of educational opportunities within the district.

Among the three high schools, James E Dottke Project-Based Learning High School stands out as a top performer. It has the highest statewide ranking in the district, ranking 351 out of 431 Wisconsin high schools, and boasts the highest proficiency rates in Forward Exam/Social Studies at 59.46%, surpassing the district and state averages. Additionally, the school maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 14.2, which may contribute to more personalized attention for students.

While the district's high schools share a consistent 91.0% four-year graduation rate, which is on par with the state average, they face challenges in other areas. All three schools have relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging around 17.7%, and consistently perform below the state averages in proficiency rates for the Forward Exam and ACT assessments. The higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Central High and James E Dottke Project-Based Learning High School suggest that these schools may face additional challenges related to socioeconomic factors.

District Detail

 9333 W Lincoln Ave
West Allis, WI 53227

 (414) 604-3000

SchoolDigger Rank:
395th of 426 Wisconsin districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 6,615

Primary Schools: 9
Middle Schools: 2
High Schools: 3
Alternative Schools: 1
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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