Carmen High School of Science and Technology Inc

The Carmen High School of Science and Technology Inc district in Milwaukee, Wisconsin operates two schools: Stellar Collegiate Charter School (an elementary school) and Carmen Middle School South (a middle school). Both schools are struggling, with consistently low test scores, high chronic absenteeism rates, and poor rankings compared to other schools in the state.

Test scores at both schools are significantly below state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics across all grade levels. For example, in 2023-2024, only 14.71% of 3rd graders at Stellar Collegiate Charter School were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 52.07%. The performance gaps are especially pronounced in Mathematics, where proficiency rates at the schools are often less than half the state averages. Both schools also have extremely high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-need student population.

Despite relatively low student-teacher ratios and high per-student spending, the schools have not shown significant improvement over time. This suggests systemic challenges that have not been effectively addressed, and raises concerns about the effectiveness of the district's strategies and interventions to support these struggling schools. Addressing these issues will be crucial for the Carmen High School of Science and Technology Inc district to improve the academic performance and learning environment for its students.