Rufus King International High School, or Rufus King, is a public magnet high school located on the north side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, part of the Milwaukee Public Schools district.
Serving 1,339 students in grades 9-12, King International 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 19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King International ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
King International's student population of 1,339 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1934
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
King International 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 King International is 0.63, which is more 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
#1203 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
57%
9%
White
11%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King International's ranking?
King International is ranked #1203 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are King International often compared to?
King Internationalis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan College Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of King International?
The graduation rate of King International is 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend King International?
1,339 students attend King International.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of King International students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King International?
King International has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does King International offer ?
King International offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is King International part of?
King International is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is King International located?
King International is located in the Rufus King neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Rufus King.
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