Serving 676 students in grades 9-12, Carmen Hi Southeast 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (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
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus's student population of 676 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus 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 Carmen Hi Southeast Campus is 0.13, which is less 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
#1922 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
93%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
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 Carmen Hi Southeast Campus's ranking?
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus is ranked #1922 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 ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carmen Hi Southeast Campus?
The graduation rate of Carmen Hi Southeast Campus is 85-89%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carmen Hi Southeast Campus?
676 students attend Carmen Hi Southeast Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Carmen Hi Southeast Campus students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Carmen Hi Southeast Campus offer ?
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carmen Hi Southeast Campus part of?
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmen Hi Southeast Campus located?
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus is located in the Southgate neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Southgate.
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