MILWAUKEE FRENCH IMMERSION

Milwaukee French Immersion is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 614 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Milwaukee French Immersion has a student/teacher ratio of about 38:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Milwaukee French Immersion School (MFIS), located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Milwaukee, is a unique K5–5th grade institution within the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district. It is distinguished by its total immersion program, where students are taught the standard curriculum entirely in French. By surrounding children with the French language during their formative years, the school aims to produce students who are not only bilingual and biliterate in French and English but also culturally aware and prepared for a globalized world.

Beyond its language-focused academic rigor, the school is known for its tight-knit community and commitment to fostering a lifelong love of learning. Because it is an MPS specialty school, it attracts families from across the city who prioritize language acquisition and multicultural education. The school's environment encourages students to develop strong cognitive skills, as research often correlates early language immersion with enhanced problem-solving abilities and academic achievement. As an elementary feeder program, it provides a foundational path for students to continue their French studies at the secondary level within the district.

For more information, contact Milwaukee French Immersion at (414) 874-8400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.