Serving 526 students in grades 6-12, Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus 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 11% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus's student population of 526 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
Graduating all students as critical thinkers and self-directed learners prepared for success in college, meaningful careers, community involvement, and family life.
School Rankings
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus 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 Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is 0.24, which is less 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
#1879 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
87%
9%
White
3%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus's ranking?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is ranked #1879 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 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus?
The graduation rate of Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is 70-79%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus?
526 students attend Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus offer ?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus part of?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus located?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is located in the Silver Spring neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 6 other public schools located in Silver Spring.
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