MILWAUKEE ACADEMY OF CHINESE LANGUAGE

Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 493 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 22 teachers, Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

The **Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language (MACL)**, located on West Wisconsin Avenue, is a unique K-8 specialty school within the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district. Its defining feature is its dual-language focus, offering students the opportunity to gain proficiency in both English and Mandarin Chinese. The curriculum is designed to provide a rigorous academic foundation while fostering cultural awareness, encouraging students to become globally minded citizens in an increasingly interconnected world.

Beyond its focus on linguistics, the school emphasizes a well-rounded education that incorporates character development and community involvement. As part of the MPS system, MACL adheres to state educational standards while leveraging its specialized language program to distinguish itself from traditional neighborhood schools. By integrating Chinese language instruction and cultural studies into daily learning, the academy aims to equip its students with the cognitive and linguistic skills necessary for long-term academic and professional success.

For more information, contact Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language at (414) 934-4340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.