Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus

5496 N 72nd St
Milwaukee, WI 53218
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Bottom 50%
Serving 526 students in grades 6-12, Carmen Mid/hi Northwest 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 526 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50% in WI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

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School Overview

Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus's student population of 526 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
526 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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Year Founded
2007
Colors
Empathy, Belief, Growth
School Calendar
School Motto
Graduating all students as critical thinkers and self-directed learners prepared for success in college, meaningful careers, community involvement, and family life.

School Rankings

Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus 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 Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1879 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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5%
40%
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11%
38%
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15-19%
44%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
13:1
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Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
6%
14%
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Black
87%
9%
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White
3%
66%
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Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.24
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70-79%
90%
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(22-23)
77.8%
24%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus's ranking?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is ranked #1879 out of 1,962 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 40% WI state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus?
The graduation rate of Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is 70-79%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus?
526 students attend Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus offer ?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus part of?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus located?
Carmen Mid/hi Northwest Campus is located in the Silver Spring neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 6 other public schools located in Silver Spring.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 526 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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