MILWAUKEE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL -- 36TH STREET CAMPUS

Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 508 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 4 teachers, Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus has a student/teacher ratio of about 127:1. 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 College Preparatory School (MCP) – 36th Street Campus is a prominent public charter school located in the Amani neighborhood of Milwaukee. As part of a network of schools serving K-8 students, the 36th Street campus is dedicated to closing the achievement gap by providing a rigorous, college-focused academic environment. The school is known for its high expectations, structured disciplinary culture, and a deep commitment to character development, aiming to ensure that every student is prepared to succeed in high-performing high schools and, eventually, four-year colleges.

The school operates on a philosophy that combines academic excellence with a strong emphasis on "The MCP Way," a set of core values that includes respect, responsibility, and perseverance. By maintaining a longer school day and year compared to traditional public schools, the 36th Street campus maximizes instructional time in core subjects like literacy and mathematics. Through its partnership with families and a focus on fostering a sense of community, the school strives to provide its students—many of whom come from historically underserved populations—with the tools and mindset necessary to overcome systemic barriers and achieve long-term success.

For more information, contact Milwaukee College Preparatory School -- 36th Street Campus at (414) 445-8020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.