2019 Best Charter Schools in the Milwaukee AreaAbout this List

KM Explore Charter School

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

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

• 133 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Eagleville Charter School

• Mukwonago School District, WI
• 1-6

• A

• 81 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wauwatosa School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

• Wauwatosa School District, WI
• K-5

• A

• 136 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy

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

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.
Read 18 Reviews

• A

• 175 Students
• 55:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brompton School

• Kenosha School District, WI
• K-8

• A-

• 214 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Waukesha Academy of Health Professions

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

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-

• 149 Students
• 74:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dimensions of Learning Academy

• Kenosha School District, WI
• K-8

• A-

• 220 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Woodlands School

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• PK, K-8
• 1

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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• A-

• 346 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kenosha School of Technology Enhanced Curriculum (KTEC)

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

• A-

• 973 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Waukesha STEM Academy

• Waukesha School District, WI
• PK, K-8
• 3

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.
Read 3 Reviews

• B+

• 816 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

High School of Health Sciences

• Kettle Moraine School District, WI
• 9-12
• 6

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!
Read 6 Reviews

• B+

• 113 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Harborside Academy

• Kenosha School District, WI
• 6-12
• 116

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.
Read 116 Reviews

• B+

• 602 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

KM Perform Charter School

• Kettle Moraine School District, WI
• 9-12
• 2

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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• B+

• 161 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Whittier Elementary School

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

• B

• 213 Students
• 28:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Downtown Montessori School

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

• B

• 247 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Milwaukee College Preparatory School - 36th Street

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• PK, K-8
• 1

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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• B

• 503 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Veritas High School

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• 9-12
• 57

Senior: When I began Veritas High School as a freshman, I was a shy individual. I often kept my ideas to myself, and let my homework and essays speak for me. However, as the years have gone by, I have become a more confident and independent young woman. Part of this is due to the incredible teachers I have had. In their own way, they have all encouraged me to step out of my shell and speak up for myself. They have a way of making learning fun and often find a way to connect what we're learning to our lives. The school is also very diverse, with people from Hispanic, Asian, and African descent. This is something I love about it, since I am able to meet new people and learn more about different cultures. However, one of the downsides to Veritas is the lack of sports and clubs. Although new clubs have been added throughout the years, there are still many activities I would have loved to be a part of. Regardless, I'm incredibly thankful for the past four years I have spent at Veritas.
Read 57 Reviews

• B-

• 251 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Real School

• Racine Unified School District, WI
• 6-12
• 29

Junior: It is a small school where everyone knows everyone. You must be accepted to enter, so there is much less of the bullying and dangerous activity that goes on in big public schools. Teachers are called by their first name, which isn't a sign of disrespect. To me, it is a sign of how close the staff and students are. Teachers will go out of their way to help students until they understand the current study material. There are mandatory conferences every quarter so that parents are always involved in their child's education. While the school doesn't have much to offer in the number of classes it has, the number of available grows each and every year. In fact, usually, the school takes on large differences every year to make sure that the school is the best it can be. I would definitely recommend someone who doesn't like big schools or needs extra help with teachers to come to The Real School. It is a place where everyone is accepted.
Read 29 Reviews

• B-

• 342 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Carmen High School of Science & Technology

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• 9-12
• 52

Alum: Carmen high school is a school with little diversity in the student body, but over the years we have had students of all races enroll. This school is a very challenging college prep school, but the challenges help the students grow. Not only do the teachers help a student during school hours, but they set "office hour" for the students who are struggling to attend and get extra help. Overall, the hard work one does all four years in this school helps a student tremendously!
Read 52 Reviews

• B-

• 366 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tenor High School

• Public School
• Milwaukee, WI
• 9-12
• 38

Junior: I have gone here for 3 years and I love it. I am more prepared for what is to come after high school then I ever could on my own. Plus, I get my next year free at a local community college to earn a technical diploma and/or credits towards a bigger college/university. Overall, I am grateful to have been accepted and happy that I go here.
Read 38 Reviews

• B-

• 235 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Seeds of Health Elementary Program

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

• C+

• 454 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hapa-Hmong Amer Peace Academy K3-12

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• PK, K-12
• 26

Alum: I have been here for 14 years. It is a great school that really cared for students and made sure all students had a plan for their future. They reassured that every scholar would be college prepared by the time they graduated. HAPA is an excellent school that has evolved!
Read 26 Reviews

• C+

• 1,325 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Honey Creek Elementary School

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

• C+

• 394 Students
• 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alliance School of Milwaukee

• Milwaukee School District, WI
• 9-12
• 15

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
Read 15 Reviews

• C

• 203 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bruce-Guadalupe Community School

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

• C

• 1,194 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio