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University School of Milwaukee

#2 in Best Private High Schools in Wisconsin
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private
  • PK, K-12
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 69 reviews
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A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A+
  2. Diversity
    B+
  3. Teachers
    A
  4. College Prep
    A+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A
  6. Sports
    A-
Address
2100 W Fairy Chasm Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Telephone
(414) 540-3320
Website
usmk12.org

Applying

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Application Fee
$50
Interview Required
Yes
Required/Recommended Tests
None

Tuition

Yearly Tuition
$26,977
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
22%
Average Financial Aid
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From University School of Milwaukee

University School of Milwaukee is widely regarded as the finest preschool (age 3) through secondary school in the state and one of the top college preparatory schools in the nation. USM is a friendly and inclusive community where students, families, teachers, staff, and alumni all come together to create an outstanding environment for students to thrive in. Students become critical thinkers and problem solvers, and they acquire the character skills, confidence, and work ethic necessary to make good decisions, contribute to society, enjoy rewarding lives, and reach their full potential.

University School of Milwaukee Rankings

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1390
17 responses
Average ACT
30
107 responses
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Culture & Safety

Poll
100%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.11 responses
Poll
73%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.11 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 31 responses
Report
  • Prom (for all Upper School students!)
    26%
  • Senior Speeches
    23%
  • Senior-Freshman Siblings
    16%
  • Senior Retreat
    16%
  • Opening Day Ceremony
    10%
  • Common Trust
    3%
  • Homecoming
    3%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,131
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    10:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    92%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.12 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.12 responses
    Poll
    92%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.12 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    100%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.5 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.5 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.5 responses
    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B+
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $156,944
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,583
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $632,400
    National
    $184,700

    University School of Milwaukee Reviews

    69 reviews
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    I transferred to Milwaukee to pursue a business degree with a major in finance. Milwaukee has been great! This is a positive environment to learn and achieve goals as well as find yourself and what you like to do. Also, I feel safe here being in a 'city' environment. The teachers give great real life input and suggestions on how to help you achieve your mission at UWM.
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    I like it overall, especially the environment in school. In my opinion, most students follow the same academic program, with few choices or electives(GER) until they get to their major in final year or two. I like to meet all the international students and teachers in the campus because it make me feel comfortable that not only me (from different country). The school also has many helpful events for students, for example job fair, careers organization, music, tour, etc
    University School of Milwaukee provides an incredible education with small class sizes and resources that really allow teachers to focus on the individual needs of the students. They are very focused on sports and STEM academics leaving something to be desired in the arts department administratively, but the arts teachers are as dedicated as they come and really help to foster a passion within their students.