Milwaukee School District

The Milwaukee School District is located in Milwaukee, WI and includes 242 schools that serve 89,912 students in grades PK through 12.  

District Spending

The Milwaukee School District spends $11,588 per pupil in current expenditures.  The district spends 61% on instruction, 36% on support services, and 3% on other elementary and secondary expenditures.

District Student Information

The Milwaukee School District had a grades 9-12 dropout rate of 9% in 2005.  The national grades 9-12 dropout rate in 2005 was 3.9%.  

In the Milwaukee School District, 18% of students have an IEP (Individualized Education Program).  An IEP is a written plan for students eligible for special needs services.  

The Milwaukee School District serves 7% English Language Learners (ELL).  ELL students are in the process of acquiring and learning English Language skills.