Casimir Pulaski High School is a public high school located on 2500 W Oklahoma Ave in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Casimir Pulaski is part of the Milwaukee Public School system. The school had 1600 students during the 2004–2005 school year. Pulaski is a large high school located on Milwaukee's south side.
Serving 945 students in grades 9-12, Pulaski High School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 58% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pulaski High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pulaski High School's student population of 945 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
945 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
School Motto
Diverse, Global Education for Every Student
School Rankings
Pulaski High School 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 Pulaski High School 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
#1899 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
51%
14%
Black
32%
9%
White
4%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
58%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski High School's ranking?
Pulaski High School is ranked #1899 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pulaski High School?
The graduation rate of Pulaski High School is 58%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pulaski High School?
945 students attend Pulaski High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pulaski High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pulaski High School?
Pulaski High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pulaski High School offer ?
Pulaski High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pulaski High School part of?
Pulaski High School is part of Milwaukee School District.
In what neighborhood is Pulaski High School located?
Pulaski High School is located in the Southgate neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Southgate.
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