School Overview
Milwaukee Spanish Immersion School (MSIS) is a highly regarded public magnet school within the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district, dedicated to providing a rigorous academic education while fostering complete bilingualism. As a Spanish immersion institution, the school employs a curriculum where students are taught core subjects primarily in Spanish, allowing them to achieve native-like fluency in both Spanish and English by the time they complete the program. This model is designed to prepare students for a globalized world by promoting cultural awareness, academic excellence, and cognitive development through linguistic immersion.

Beyond its focus on language acquisition, MSIS is recognized for its strong sense of community and commitment to academic achievement. The school serves a diverse student population and emphasizes a curriculum that meets the standards of the Milwaukee Public Schools while integrating a multicultural perspective. By fostering an environment where students engage with Spanish consistently throughout their formative years, Milwaukee Spanish Immersion School aims to equip its graduates with the critical thinking skills and cross-cultural competencies necessary for success in secondary education and beyond.
716
Total Students
36.1
Full-Time Teachers
19.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Milwaukee Spanish Immersion
Demographic Student Count
White72
Hispanic419
Black179
Asian5
Two or More41
  • Hispanic
    419 (58.5 %)
  • Black
    179 (25.0 %)
  • White
    72 (10.1 %)
  • Two or More
    41 (5.7 %)
  • Asian
    5 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Milwaukee School District
Phone: (414)604-7600
Website: http://www.milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 716
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 500
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 157
Kindergarten 123
Grade 1 125
Grade 2 93
Grade 3 84
Grade 4 73
Grade 5 61

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Milwaukee Spanish Immersion
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten157
Kindergarten123
Grade 1125
Grade 293
Grade 384
Grade 473
Grade 561
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Milwaukee Spanish Immersion
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female37852.8%
Male33847.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)