Serving 102 students in grades 9-12, Groppi High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Groppi High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Groppi High School's student population of 102 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where everybody is somebody
School Rankings
The diversity score of Groppi High School is 0.24, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
87%
9%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
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 schools are Groppi High School often compared to?
Groppi High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lad Lake Synergy School, Grandview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% WI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Groppi High School?
The graduation rate of Groppi High School is 35-39%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Groppi High School?
102 students attend Groppi High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Groppi High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Groppi High School?
Groppi High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Groppi High School offer ?
Groppi High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Groppi High School part of?
Groppi High School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Groppi High School located?
Groppi High School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 5 other public schools located in Midtown.
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