ALBA - ACADEMIA DE LENGUAJE Y BELLAS ARTES

ALBA - Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 494 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 29 teachers, ALBA - Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

ALBA (Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes) is a specialized K-8 school located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, that operates as part of the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district. True to its name, the school centers its educational philosophy on the integration of bilingual language development and the fine arts. ALBA is well-regarded for its dual-language immersion programming, which fosters proficiency in both English and Spanish, allowing students to develop strong academic and cultural competencies in both languages.

Beyond its linguistic focus, ALBA emphasizes a holistic approach to learning by incorporating various artistic disciplines into the daily curriculum. By blending rigorous academics with creative outlets such as music, dance, and visual arts, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared for high school and beyond. Its location in the 53215 zip code places it in the heart of Milwaukee’s south side, where it serves as a culturally vibrant community hub committed to academic excellence and bilingual achievement.

For more information, contact ALBA - Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes at (414) 902-7525 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.