South Division High School is a public high school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. South Division is part of the Milwaukee Public Schools.
Serving 923 students in grades 9-12, South Division High School 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Division High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Division High School's student population of 923 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
923 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Division High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Division High School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1899 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
57%
14%
Black
25%
9%
White
3%
66%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Division High School's ranking?
South Division High School is ranked #1899 out of 1,962 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 40% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Division High School?
The graduation rate of South Division High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Division High School?
923 students attend South Division High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Division High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Division High School?
South Division High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Division High School offer ?
South Division High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Division High School part of?
South Division High School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is South Division High School located?
South Division High School is located in the Historic Mitchell Street neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Historic Mitchell Street.
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