MEIR SCHOOL

Meir School is a Title I public school that is part of the Milwaukee School District school district, located in Milwaukee, WI with about 1,147 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 12th 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 46 teachers, Meir School has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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 **Golda Meir School** (often referred to simply as Meir School) is a highly regarded public school within the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Located in the historic Bronzeville neighborhood of Milwaukee, the school is widely recognized for its rigorous academic environment and its focus on serving gifted and talented students. It consistently ranks as one of the top-performing schools in the state of Wisconsin, maintaining a reputation for high standardized test scores and a challenging college-preparatory curriculum.

The school operates across two campuses—the lower campus for grades K-8 and the upper campus for grades 9-12—and is known for its strong community culture and emphasis on accelerated learning. Because of its selective and advanced academic programs, Meir School is a highly sought-after destination for families in the Milwaukee area, often maintaining a waitlist. By fostering an atmosphere of high expectations and critical thinking, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in competitive university settings and beyond.

For more information, contact Meir School at (414) 758-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.