Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawley Environmental School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawley Environmental School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hawley Environmental School's student population of 299 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawley Environmental School 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 Hawley Environmental School is 0.45, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1848 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
73%
9%
White
3%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Milwaukee School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawley Environmental School's ranking?
Hawley Environmental School is ranked #1848 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Hawley Environmental School?
299 students attend Hawley Environmental School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hawley Environmental School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawley Environmental School?
Hawley Environmental School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawley Environmental School offer ?
Hawley Environmental School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hawley Environmental School part of?
Hawley Environmental School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawley Environmental School located?
Hawley Environmental School is located in the Story Hill neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Story Hill.
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