2020 Best Charter Schools in the Milwaukee AreaAbout this List

High School of Health Sciences

• Kettle Moraine School District, WI
• 9-12
• 11 reviews

Senior: High School of Health Sciences prepares you for college. For a majority of the courses, there is a flipped classroom concept and it works really well for the majority of the students! If there is a problem, the teachers are incredibly easy to talk to and they do their best to fix the problem immediately. This is also the best school to go to if you are interested in the Health Science field because there are a lot of outreach and learning opportunities!
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• A

• 153 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy

• Waukesha School District, WI
• 9-12
• 18 reviews

Senior: It's interesting to be part of a school that is within another school. My engineering classes are with the academy but the rest of my classes are part of the bigger school, Waukesha South. It was a little frustrating trying to make my schedule due to graduation requirements, but otherwise it has been a wonderful experience.
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• A

• 181 Students
• 66:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KM Explore Charter School

• Kettle Moraine School District, WI
• K-5
• 1 review

Parent: I love the teachers. They have such great communication with parents. They are all amazing with my children. They are constantly coming up with new ways to teach the kids. KM Explore has so many fun after school events for families - Family fun night is our Favorite!
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• A

• 142 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wauwatosa School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

• Wauwatosa School District, WI
• K-5

• A

• 133 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brompton School

• Kenosha School District, WI
• K-8

• A

• 216 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Waukesha Academy of Health Professions

• Waukesha School District, WI
• 9-12
• 32 reviews

Senior: Joining the Waukesha Academy of Health Professions, I knew I wanted to pursue a career in the field of health so I figured this would be a great opportunity to learn more. This experience has been really great because I have learned about different careers in the field of health and have learned more about the path I want to go into. Also, my teachers and my peers have pushed me towards loving this academy!
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• A

• 150 Students
• 70:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Eagleville Charter School

• Mukwonago School District, WI
• K-6

• A

• 97 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dimensions of Learning Academy

• Kenosha School District, WI
• K-8

• A

• 219 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kenosha School of Technology Enhanced Curriculum (KTEC)

• Kenosha School District, WI
• PK, K-8

• A-

• 1,120 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Waukesha STEM Academy

• Waukesha School District, WI
• PK, K-8
• 4 reviews

Parent: I have some struggles with the way the elementary school is managed, but the middle school, although not perfect, is a well oiled machine. The teachers are amazingly supportive and students are highly engaged. There is a strong emphasis on collaboration, and I feel students get a lot of real world experiences because of it. There is a lot of room for growth for students who are above their grade level, yet there is a lot of support for students who might struggle. Students work their way through a proficiency based grading system, allowing them to reach their highest potential. I feel the middle school does a great job in preparing their students for high school and beyond with their type of academic structure and innovative curriculum. Bullying and behavior is dealt with in a professional and speedy manner. Student culture is positive and welcoming.
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• A-

• 798 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KM Perform Charter School

• Kettle Moraine School District, WI
• 9-12
• 3 reviews

Sophomore: The teachers explain this in a way that's easy to understand. They help when you need it and are very nice. Great learning environment and very fun+interesting classes :)
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• A-

• 170 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Downtown Montessori School

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• PK, K-8

• B+

• 272 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Woodlands School

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• PK, K-8
• 2 reviews

Parent: Woodlands is a very divers school, they have grade units with 2 grades per unit. The kids all take french starting in k4. They all treat each other with kindness and respect. The teachers are very approachable and very hands on teaching with the kids, many of the teachers kids attend the school also.
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• B+

• 351 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Whittier Elementary School

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• PK, K-5

• B+

• 218 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Harborside Academy

• Kenosha School District, WI
• 6-12
• 122 reviews

Senior: Thanks to Harborside Academy I have been able to grow so much as a person and learn many new things. But my favorite thing has to be how much I have improved academically. When I was in middle school I was a horrible student, I got bad grades and did not really care. But when I came to Harborside it was a life changing experience, I have improved so much in my academics and now I am the biggest math nerd ever! I love math so much that I cant wait to continue my math career! My only downside to my experience is our librarian who is not the friendliest person but she still does her great job in the library. I love Harborside Academy so much and am going to miss all the amazing memories I have had at our school.
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• B+

• 587 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KM Global Charter School

• Kettle Moraine School District, WI
• 9-12
• 3 reviews

Parent: KM Global caters the students learning according to their interest with their work on semester long inquiries. They learn to self manage, self motivate and guide but still under the gentle direction of the teachers. Important skills to learn for college and beyond. Lots of real world learning and experience through job shadows and internships. Although part of charter, still have access to KM clubs and activities.
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• B+

• 88 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Carmen High School of Science & Technology

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• 9-12
• 54 reviews

Parent: Carmen is a college preparatory high school with a liberal arts curriculum that emphasizes science and engineering and encourages students to intern at local corporations or nonprofit organizations. Carmen's mission is to graduate critical thinkers and self-directed learners prepared for success in college, meaningful careers, community involvement and family life. Carmen envisions students achieving proficiency in scientific inquiry, creative discovery and constructive problem-solving. Students participate in 20 hours of community service each year.
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• B

• 358 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Real School

• Racine Unified School District, WI
• 6-12
• 30 reviews

Parent: My 1st daughter was there 6-12th grade shortly after opening, she struggled with math in elementary so once she started at the Real they caught her and she excelled. We both loved it, the teachers go out of there way to help both students and parents. I also like the fact it is smaller and you don’t have the big school problems, bullying is rare and when it does happen it is taken care of immediately. Everyone knows everyone at the school it’s nice to have that.
My 2nd daughter is there now I’m 7th she started in 6th and the only problem with her is she is more athletic then the 1st daughter and they don’t offer enough athletic programs but otherwise no complaints about the school. So glad we have them here.
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• B

• 344 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Veritas High School

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• 9-12
• 61 reviews

Senior: Veritas High School is an amazing fit for someone looking to be prepared for college. The teachers are very helpful and not one of them isn't focused on helping students both better their grades and themselves. Also, there are a lot of clubs both created by either students, teachers, or even both! Overall, it is a great high school with faculty that helps students with whatever they can.
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• B-

• 251 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tenor High School

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• 9-12
• 41 reviews

Alum: This school possessed a very Business and professional focused atmosphere. The end goal and purpose of this school was to help you succeed, keep the students focus on being mature and moving forward in life, gaining lifelong skills and knowledge to be successful in the career each student chooses. This school also offers students to be able to get a free year of college.
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• B-

• 235 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Milwaukee College Preparatory School - 36th Street

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• PK, K-8
• 1 review

Middle School Student: This school is beyond what I thought it was going to be like for me. It's a school that cares and loves each individual who attends this school. Teachers and parents have a special connection, as well as the students. For me, mcp helped a lot with not only academic learning, but also discipline. Its a great school overall.
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• C+

• 501 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hmong American Peace Academy

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• PK, K-12
• 36 reviews

Alum: My school, Hmong American Peace Academy, strives for academic excellence in everything single student. The support system, specifically inspirational teachers that my school provides, has been a major contribution in my college readiness. Although HAPA may still be a small school, I hope to see my high school expand. More specifically, I dream to see my school provide more extracurricular activities so that future generation students will be able to grasp opportunities that I never got to experience.

In order to reach out to low-income families and move away from poverty, my school offers a helping hand to all communities within Milwaukee. As our school motto says, Forever Forward... One step at a time.
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• C+

• 1,480 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Milwaukee College Preparatory School - 38th Street

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• PK, K-8

• C+

• 497 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Seeds of Health Elementary Program

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• PK, K-8

• C+

• 454 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alliance School of Milwaukee

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• 9-12
• 16 reviews

Senior: Alliance high school has always been a welcomeing place in which anyone is welcomed doesn't matter what background culture, or even past you have YOURE WELCOMED! My experience with alliance have been kinda rocky since freshman year I'm a senior as of now and things are just beginning to turn out smooth. I wouldn't have gotten the drift off things if it wasn't for the teachers mostly ... Every teacher of the alliance high school works with you in various different ways EVERY TEACHER provide for you in different ways. They provide in ways from managing, supporting, COMMUNICATION, imagery, circle keeping/facilitating and even games. Alliance is a school that embellish you from the person you very first came as to a greater elevated person. My overall experience with alliance would be very satisfying. Alliance is another home, every thing comes included and that's what's loved most about it ... It's another home
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• C+

• 200 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio