Burroughs Middle School serves 406 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 5% (which was lower than the Wisconsin state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 4% (which was lower than the Wisconsin state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)5%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)4%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
89%
9%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WI state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% WI state average).
How many students attend Burroughs Middle School?
406 students attend Burroughs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Burroughs Middle School students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burroughs Middle School?
Burroughs Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burroughs Middle School offer ?
Burroughs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Burroughs Middle School part of?
Burroughs Middle School is part of Milwaukee School District.
