Milwaukee Academy of Science
Charter School
1,711 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
The Milwaukee Academy of Science (MAS) is a prominent independent public charter school located in the Near West Side of Milwaukee. Serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade, the school is deeply committed to closing the achievement gap for urban youth. Its educational philosophy is anchored in a rigorous academic program with a specialized focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), aiming to prepare students for success in competitive post-secondary environments and the modern workforce.
Beyond its core academics, the Academy emphasizes character development and holistic student growth through a structured, supportive culture. The school is known for its high expectations for student behavior and achievement, as well as its active partnerships with the community. By blending a high-tech curriculum with strong mentorship and extracurricular opportunities, the Milwaukee Academy of Science seeks to empower its diverse student body to become the next generation of innovators and leaders in their respective fields.
Beyond its core academics, the Academy emphasizes character development and holistic student growth through a structured, supportive culture. The school is known for its high expectations for student behavior and achievement, as well as its active partnerships with the community. By blending a high-tech curriculum with strong mentorship and extracurricular opportunities, the Milwaukee Academy of Science seeks to empower its diverse student body to become the next generation of innovators and leaders in their respective fields.
1,711
Total Students
97.3
Full-Time Teachers
17.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
91.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic | 46 |
| Black | 1,608 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 29 |
| American Indian | 11 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black1,608 (94.0%)
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Hispanic46 (2.7%)
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Two or More29 (1.7%)
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American Indian11 (0.6%)
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Asian10 (0.6%)
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White6 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Milwaukee Science Education Consortium Inc |
| Phone: | (414)933-0302 |
| Website: | http://www.milwaukeeacademyofscience.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,711 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 97.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,573 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
123
Kindergarten
128
Grade 1
137
Grade 2
140
Grade 3
151
Grade 4
147
Grade 5
150
Grade 6
113
Grade 7
113
Grade 8
116
Grade 9
131
Grade 10
101
Grade 11
88
Grade 12
73
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 123 |
| Kindergarten | 128 |
| Grade 1 | 137 |
| Grade 2 | 140 |
| Grade 3 | 151 |
| Grade 4 | 147 |
| Grade 5 | 150 |
| Grade 6 | 113 |
| Grade 7 | 113 |
| Grade 8 | 116 |
| Grade 9 | 131 |
| Grade 10 | 101 |
| Grade 11 | 88 |
| Grade 12 | 73 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 857 | 50.1% |
| Male | 854 | 49.9% |
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