North Division High School is one of the major public high schools in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, part of the Milwaukee Public Schools. It began operation in 1906, was abolished in 2006, and was reinstituted in 2011.
Serving 389 students in grades 9-12, North 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Division High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Division High School's student population of 389 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
North 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 North Division High School is 0.17, 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
#1839 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
91%
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
90%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
6%
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 North Division High School's ranking?
North Division High School is ranked #1839 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are North Division High School often compared to?
North Division High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Division High School?
The graduation rate of North Division High School is 35-39%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Division High School?
389 students attend North Division High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of North Division High School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Division High School?
North Division High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Division High School offer ?
North Division High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Division High School part of?
North Division High School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is North Division High School located?
North Division High School is located in the North Division neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 3 other public schools located in North Division.
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