SOUTH ACCELERATED ACADEMY

South Accelerated Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 68 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 3 teachers, South Accelerated Academy 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.

South Accelerated Academy, located at 1515 W. Lapham Blvd in Milwaukee, is a specialized educational institution within the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district. Designed to serve students who may benefit from a non-traditional educational environment, the school focuses on providing intensive support and credit recovery opportunities. Its mission centers on helping students get back on track academically, ensuring they have the necessary resources and instruction to overcome barriers to graduation and transition successfully to their next academic or career stage.

The academy emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, utilizing smaller class sizes and focused instruction to address individual student needs. By operating within the MPS framework, the school provides access to district-wide support systems while maintaining a unique, accelerated curriculum aimed at maximizing student engagement and performance. Through this targeted academic structure, South Accelerated Academy plays a vital role in supporting Milwaukee’s diverse student population in achieving their high school diplomas and preparing for future success.

For more information, contact South Accelerated Academy at (414) 773-9858 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.