Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Darrell Lynn Hines Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy's student population of 172 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 9, 2026
School Mascot
Rams
School Rankings
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1827 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
86%
9%
White
n/a
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darrell Lynn Hines Academy's ranking?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is ranked #1827 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Darrell Lynn Hines Academy?
172 students attend Darrell Lynn Hines Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darrell Lynn Hines Academy?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Darrell Lynn Hines Academy offer ?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Darrell Lynn Hines Academy part of?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is part of Darrell L Hines Academy Inc School District.
In what neighborhood is Darrell Lynn Hines Academy located?
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy is located in the Menomonee River Hills neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 4 other public schools located in Menomonee River Hills.
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