At a glance
Reported students
923
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
66.53
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Wisconsin high enrollment
82nd percentile
Compared with 558 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
342
South Division High: 923 reported students.
State peer staffing position
54th percentile
13.9:1 reported; state peer median 13.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 842
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14:1
What the reported data says about South Division High
South Division High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Milwaukee. It is one of 154 current school records connected to Milwaukee School District. NCES reports 923 students for 2024–25.
Among 558 high schools in Wisconsin with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 274 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 82nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.9:1, close to the Wisconsin median of 13.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (56.9%) and Black (24.8%). English learners represent 48.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 29.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 5 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking South Division High
- 1How do the reported 13.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 66.53 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 48.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 29.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 83.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White2.5%
- Hispanic56.9%
- Black24.8%
- Asian13.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
5 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Milwaukee School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Milwaukee High School of the Arts
High · Grades 09–12
959 reported students
Milwaukee School of Languages
High · Grades 06–12
964 reported students
Bay View High
High · Grades 09–12
1,021 reported students
Pulaski High
High · Grades 09–12
1,041 reported students
Bradley Technology High
High · Grades 09–12
1,048 reported students
Carmen Hi Southeast Campus
High · Grades 09–12
679 reported students
Public schools near South Division High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Accelerated Academy High · Milwaukee School District | 09–12 | 57 | under 0.1 mi |
| Bradley Technology High High · Milwaukee School District | 09–12 | 1,048 | 1.1 mi |
| Lad Lake Synergy School High · Milwaukee School District | 06–12 | 22 | 1.2 mi |
| Carmen High School of Science and Technology South Campus High · Charter · Milwaukee School District | 09–12 | 382 | 1.2 mi |
| Grandview High High · Milwaukee School District | 09–12 | 219 | 1.3 mi |
| Escuela Verde High · Charter · Trans Center for Youth Inc | 09–12 | 121 | 1.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about South Division High
What grades does South Division High serve?
South Division High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Milwaukee School District.
How many students attend South Division High?
South Division High reported 923 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 82nd percentile among 558 Wisconsin high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 842 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at South Division High?
The calculated ratio is 13.9:1, based on 923 students and 66.53 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Wisconsin median for the same school level is 13.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is South Division High a public, charter, or magnet school?
South Division High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Milwaukee School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of South Division High students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
83.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is South Division High in?
South Division High is part of Milwaukee School District, based in Milwaukee, WI, which operates 154 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near South Division High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include South Accelerated Academy (under 0.1 mi), Bradley Technology High (1.1 mi), Lad Lake Synergy School (1.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.