Enrollment
1,192
Wisconsin · 2024-25 NCES data
Other / mixed grade configuration · Milwaukee, WI
Golda Meir School
Federal NCES profile for Golda Meir School, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 33/100.
2024-25 NCES dataOther / mixed grade configurationNCES 550960001164
👥 S:T ratio 20
🌟 Gifted program 70
🎓 Counselors 21
📋 Attendance 19
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
Golda Meir School earns 33/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 92% of Wisconsin schools. It is also one of the largest schools in Wisconsin.
- #67 of 135
- schools in Milwaukee · Resource Index
- 33
- Resource Index · Typical
- 19.9:1
- large classes for Wisconsin
- 47.8%
- free-lunch eligible
Golda Meir School has class sizes larger than 92% of Wisconsin schools. Computed live against every Wisconsin school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, Golda Meir School ranks #67 of 135 schools in Milwaukee, WI.
School address
District: Milwaukee School District · Wisconsin
NCES ID 550960001164 Verify on NCES CCD record →
Teachers (FTE)
60.0
Federal CCD staff survey
Students per teacher
19.9:1
vs 14.4:1 Wisconsin avg
+38% vs state
Free-lunch eligible
47.8%
vs 38.5% Wisconsin avg
+24% vs state
Student-teacher ratio in context
How Golda Meir School compares with Wisconsin and U.S. medians
What stands out at Golda Meir School
Golda Meir School is a large combined-grade school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, enrolling 1,192 students.
Class loads run heavy: 19.9:1 is larger than about 92% of Wisconsin schools and 38% above the 14.4:1 state mean, so each teacher carries more students than is typical.
Economic need runs somewhat above the state's typical profile, with 47.8% of students eligible for free meals.
By headcount it is one of the larger campuses in Wisconsin, bigger than 97% of state schools at 1,192 students.
Its Resource Investment Index lands in the lower third of 2,202 scored Wisconsin schools.
Among 52 similarly sized, similarly resourced-need Wisconsin schools statewide, it ranks #39, in the lower tier once campus size and economic need are matched.
Its student body is led by African American (56%) and White (19%), more mixed than most schools in the state (diversity index 62/100).
Counselor availability sits well past the ASCA benchmark, roughly 397 students sharing each counselor, though short of the most stretched campuses.
Chronic absenteeism is elevated: 32.3% of students missed 10% or more of school days (2021-22 Civil Rights Data Collection).
The surrounding Milwaukee School District spends $17,847 per pupil, 20% above the Wisconsin average, a better-resourced district than most.
Its district draws 15.0% of revenue from federal sources, an above-typical federal share that tends to track a higher-need student population.
The federal civil-rights collection also records 2 expulsions at this campus for 2021-22.
Among Milwaukee's public schools, it stands alongside Hapa-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12 (1,974 students): Golda Meir School is smaller than that campus by headcount and runs leaner classes (19.9:1 vs 30.8:1).
Milwaukee School District also operates Hapa-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12 (1,974 students) and Hamilton High (1,472 students) alongside Golda Meir School.
Sourced from NCES CCD, CRDC, and F-33 (federal records, not a quality verdict). How we source and compute this.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics Common Core of Data + CRDC + F-33 · 2024-25
How Golda Meir School compares
Golda Meir School on the metrics families compare, against Wisconsin and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Wisconsin | Wisconsin avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 19.9:1 | ▲ 38% | 14.4:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 47.8% | ▲ 24% | 38.5% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 1,192 | top 3% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
19.9:1
Leaner classes than 16% of US schools, heavier class loads than most.
1,192
Bigger than 94% of US schools by enrollment, a large campus nationally.
Equity indicators (what these measure)
Economic need
47.8%
free-lunch eligible
- 24% above the Wisconsin average of 38.5%
Above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
19.9:1
students per teacher
- 38% above state mean
Top 92% in Wisconsin - lower ratio than 8% of state schools
Between 16:1 and 20:1, squarely in the typical U.S. public-school staffing range.
Engagement
32.3%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
At or above 20%, the commonly used threshold for "high" chronic absenteeism, signaling significant barriers to regular attendance.
Funding equity
$17,847
per pupil, district-wide
- above Wisconsin avg of $14,919
Somewhat above the U.S. public-school average, reflecting higher local or state investment per enrolled student.
Support staff
Counselors3.0 FTE
Per 397 students, the combined health-and-guidance staffing load for this school.
Discipline context
1
in-school suspensions + 135 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 0.1 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 11.4 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection. Includes 2 expulsions.
Overview
- Common Core of Data (June 2026): enrollment, staffing, and the student-teacher ratio above.
- Civil Rights Data Collection: discipline counts and program access (AP, gifted, special education).
- F-33 School District Finance Survey: the district-wide per-pupil spending figures below.
Three separate federal collections, each on its own reporting cadence - which is why this school's numbers line up on a consistent basis against every other school and state on this site, rather than mixing figures pulled from different survey years.
Student demographics
African American 56.0%
White 18.5%
Hispanic or Latino 14.9%
Two or More 6.5%
Asian 3.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.2%
Largest group: African American at 56.0% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 62.4/100
Simpson diversity index - at 62.4, Golda Meir School is more mixed than the Wisconsin school average of 35.7.
Programs
AP courses offered 17
Gifted & talented Yes
Funding & spending
District-wide per-pupil expenditure for Milwaukee School District, which includes Golda Meir School.
$17,847
Per student
+20%
vs Wisconsin
Avg $14,919
+8%
vs U.S.
Avg $16,593
Revenue mix
Local 27.3%
State 57.7%
Federal 15.0%
Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey District-level finance · FY 2021-22 Per-pupil expenditure reflects the district-wide average. Individual school budgets are not reported at the federal level.
How Golda Meir School Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hapa-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12 | Larger | Higher economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Hamilton High | Similar size | Higher economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Reagan College Preparatory High | Similar size | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| King International | Similar size | Higher economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| Obama School of Career and Technical Education | Similar size | Higher economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to Golda Meir School's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 1,974
- Students per teacher
- 30.8:1
- Resource Index
- 20/100
- Enrollment
- 1,472
- Students per teacher
- 14.6:1
- Resource Index
- 46/100
- Enrollment
- 1,372
- Students per teacher
- 22.5:1
- Resource Index
- 36/100
- Enrollment
- 1,308
- Students per teacher
- 18.2:1
- Resource Index
- 34/100
- Enrollment
- 1,294
- Students per teacher
- 27.5:1
- Resource Index
- 23/100
Similar other schools in Milwaukee
6 comparable other schools (grades Mixed) serving the same city.
Hapa-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12
Standard public school
1,974 students 30.8:1 students per teacher
Milwaukee Academy of Science
Standard public school
1,711 students 24.8:1 students per teacher
Bruce Guadalupe
Standard public school
1,364 students 15:1 students per teacher
Obama School of Career and Technical Education
Standard public school
1,294 students 27.5:1 students per teacher
Milwaukee School of Languages
Standard public school
964 students 14.2:1 students per teacher
Milwaukee Parkside School
Standard public school
859 students 19.1:1 students per teacher
Similar other schools statewide
Matched by enrollment size and by staffing ratio across all of Wisconsin, not just this city - a different peer set than the local comparisons above.
Similar enrollment (~1,192 students)
Similar student-teacher ratio (~19.9:1)
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Frequently asked questions about Golda Meir School
How many students attend Golda Meir School?
Golda Meir School has 1,192 students enrolled. It is a public school in Milwaukee, WI.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Golda Meir School?
The student-teacher ratio at Golda Meir School is 19.9:1, which is 38% higher than the Wisconsin average of 14.4:1 and 27% higher than the national average of 15.7:1.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at Golda Meir School?
47.8% of students at Golda Meir School are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Wisconsin average of 38.5%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of Golda Meir School?
The largest demographic group at Golda Meir School is African American at 56.0% of enrollment, in Milwaukee, WI. Its student body is more racially and ethnically mixed than most US schools, with a diversity index of 62.4/100.
What is the Resource Investment Index for Golda Meir School?
Golda Meir School has a Resource Investment Index of 33/100 (typical reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 4 factors: student-teacher ratio, AP course offerings, counselor availability, attendance rates. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does Golda Meir School rank among schools in Milwaukee?
By Resource Investment Index, Golda Meir School ranks #67 of 135 schools in Milwaukee, WI. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all schools in Milwaukee on the city page.
Is Golda Meir School a good school?
Golda Meir School earns 33/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes larger than 92% of Wisconsin schools. It is also one of the largest schools in Wisconsin. This is a resource snapshot, not an academic rating; see the Resource Investment Index question above for what the number does and doesn't measure.
What other schools are in Milwaukee School District?
Besides Golda Meir School, Milwaukee School District also operates Hapa-Hmong American Peace Academy K3-12 (1,974 students), Hamilton High (1,472 students), and Reagan College Preparatory High (1,372 students). See the Milwaukee School District district page for the complete list.
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