Advanced Placement

The Alliance School of Milwaukee

Program FocusThe Alliance School is a year-round school and a safe place for students regardless of sexuality, identity, appearance, ability, or beliefs. Students considering Alliance should be open to working with students of all backgrounds and abilities. Academic excellence and the pursuit of higher education are expectations for all students. Flexible block scheduling provides class choices toward graduation requirements while accounting for students' interests and goals. The school also offers AP coursework through telepresence.

Audubon Technology and Communication High School

Program FocusAudubon High School is committed to providing students with a rigorous, relevant, student-centered education in which learners demonstrate growth towards academic and personal goals consistent with college and career preparedness. To these ends, students are engaged through a progressive curriculum focused on technology integration. Students are equipped with the 21st century skills necessary to compete in a rapidly-changing world. At Audubon, student growth and self-awareness are promoted through restorative practices, which seek to promote a cohesive and peaceful environment built upon the growth and sustainability of community within the learning environment.

Bay View High School

Program FocusBay View High School is a college-bound school offering rigorous STEAM education. The STEAM programming allows for students to be engaged in hands-on design thinking learning experiences through cross curricular projects. The school offers students the opportunity to earn college credits through AP and PLTW courses. Students in the ninth and tenth grade are enrolled into AP College SpringBoard for math and English language arts. All ninth grade students are programmed into a STEAM academy. The academy structure allows for core content area teachers and City Year members to better support students for their transition into post secondary options. Bay View also offers students opportunities within the trades through the building, architecture, and technology academy. Bay View offers a variety of after-school programs and maintains strong partnerships with Discovery World, UWM, Alverno, and a variety of art institutions.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.

Lynde and Harry Bradley Technology and Trade School

Program FocusBradley Tech is the premier technology and trade high school in Milwaukee. Located in the heart of the Walker's Point neighborhood, the school educates more than 800 students from across the city. To support students in achieving academic and personal success, Bradley Tech partners with MATC and offers college credit classes in career pathways that include construction, design, manufacturing, and pre-engineering. Students can obtain 12 or more college credits while developing workplace skills in carpentry, graphic arts, web design, mobile app design, machine tooling, welding, and design drafting. Students have access to AP, honors level and PLTW courses, along with pre-college programs such as Diversity Scholars, My Life My Plan, Lead to Succeed, and Upward Bound. The school has been honored as a PBIS School of Merit for utilizing PBIS to reinforce positive behaviors.

Carmen Middle/High School of Science and Technology Northwest Campus

Program FocusCarmen Middle/High School of Science and Technology - Northwest was established as a MPS non-instrumentality charter school in 2013. Carmen Northwest is a college preparatory middle/high school serving students in grades 6-12. Carmen's mission is to graduate critical thinkers and self-directed learners prepared for success in college, meaningful careers, community involvement, and family life. Carmen envisions students achieving proficiency in scientific inquiry, creative discovery and constructive problem-solving. Students will have professional-level skills in the uses of 21st century technology; and admission to colleges that will enable them to become civic leaders, authors, artists, scientists, teachers, doctors, or successful in any other family- and community-sustaining career. Carmen's current contract term ends in 2020-2021.

Carmen High School of Science and Technology - South Campus

Program FocusCarmen High School of Science and Technology- South was established as a MPS non-instrumentality charter school in 2007. Carmen is a college preparatory high school with a liberal arts curriculum that emphasizes science and engineering and encourages students to intern at local corporations or nonprofit organizations. Carmen's mission is to graduate critical thinkers and self-directed learners prepared for success in college, meaningful careers, community involvement and family life. Carmen envisions students achieving proficiency in scientific inquiry, creative discovery and constructive problem-solving. Students participate in 20 hours of community service each year. Students will have professional-level skills in the uses of 21st century technology; and admission to colleges that will enable them to become civic leaders, authors, artists, scientists, teachers, doctors, or successful in any other family- and community-sustaining career. Carmen's current contract ends in 2020-2021.

Alexander Hamilton High School

Program FocusHamilton High School offers a comprehensive academic program that includes: specialized career paths in PLTW engineering, PLTW biomedical science, business and finance, AP, honors courses, and Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC- Army). The school also offers ESL, internships, co-op, volunteering opportunities, an extensive athletic program, and a student-run credit union. Faculty and staff work together to prepare students to be career and college ready.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.

Hmong American Peace Academy

Program FocusHmong American Peace Academy (HAPA) was established as a MPS non-instrumentality charter school in 2004. HAPA is the first Hmong charter school in Wisconsin. HAPA provides students with rigorous academics, character development, and Hmong cultural values, preparing them to excel in colleges, universities and careers. HAPA achieves its mission by building cultural pride, instilling high expectations for achievement, and empowering students as peace builders. HAPA is an innovative school based on an integrated triangular learning framework. Hmong heritage including the language, culture, and history components act as one side of the triangle. Side two of the triangle is a strong standards-based curriculum. The third side of the triangle is a community peace program known as Peacebuilders. HAPA has an additional campus located at 7171 W. Brown Deer Road. HAPA's current contract term ends in 2022-2023.

James Madison Academic Campus

Program FocusJames Madison Academic Campus (JMAC) is a comprehensive high school on Milwaukee's northwest side. The school's mission is to prepare students for post-secondary education and/or skilled employment that allows students to be competitive in the 21st century. The school offers a challenging curriculum of rigorous classes including AP and honors classes. The school is also a National Academy Foundation (NAF) school with three academies: Academy of Health Sciences, Academy of Hospitality, and Academy of Finance. The school's alternative programs include credit recovery classes and a successful GEDO2 course. In addition to classroom learning, students may participate in athletics and a variety of clubs. The school's student council governs many school social events. Student leaders work within the school and the greater community to create a positive culture. The school encourages students to show strong character, develop leadership skills, and be positive role models so that graduates enhance the future.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.

Milwaukee Marshall High School

Program FocusMilwaukee Marshall High School is focused on STEM education and college preparation. The school's science programming includes aquaponics coursework and a strong emphasis on Advanced Placement coursework in the high school grades, allowing students to earn college credits. The SpringBoard curriculum, the College Board's official pre-AP program, is utilized for math and English language arts instruction in grades 9-10. The school is also the pilot for the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program which prepares students to be college and career ready.

Program FocusGolda Meir School offers an array of gifted and talented programs including PLTW, the SpringBoard program and extended local, regional, national and international field trips, and regional college tours. The school offers cultural experiences in collaboration with Present Music, Skylight Opera, Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO), and First Stage Children's Theatre. The school's after-school activities include debate, forensics, basketball, volleyball, soccer, football, track, chess, choral groups, Math Counts, and Mad Hot Ballroom. The school features clubs for math, science, computers, media, and Junior Great Books.

Meir accepts applications for students at grades 3 and 6 through applications and recommendations from the child's teacher. Contact your child's teacher or the school for more information.

Meir also serves high school students. Entry is granted through the early admissions process. Contact the school or visit our high school early admissions page for more information about that process.

Milwaukee High School of The Arts

Program FocusMilwaukee High School of the Arts (MHSA) offers students the chance to select an arts-focused major (creative writing, dance, theater, music, or visual art) and receive at least two class hours of instruction per day focused on that major. Students commit to one area of the arts for all four of their years. In addition to its focus on the arts, MHSA also provides an academically challenging educational program that includes AP courses. Students may select from over 15 AP courses for both high school and college credit.

This is a high school with entrance requirements and entry is granted through the early admissions process, which includes an audition. Contact the school or visit our high school early admissions page for more information about that process.

Milwaukee School of Languages

Program FocusMilwaukee School of Languages (MSL), named among the 15 best high schools in Wisconsin in 2014 by U.S. News & World Report, offers language immersion programs in German, French, and Spanish. Elementary language immersion graduates enter the full immersion program in grade 6. Students continue their second language studies until graduation. This unique program produces advanced levels of foreign language proficiency, translating into advanced standing in college. Art, music, and physical education classes are offered at all grade levels in addition to other elective classes. Students have the opportunity to participate in the AP capstone program as well as take AP courses in 11 subjects.

North Division High School

Program FocusNorth Division High School is committed to providing academic excellence, while instilling morals and values that will create individuality by fostering a passion for learning within students. North Division will enrich students' mind, body, and character, while encouraging respect and compassion for others.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.

Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education

Program FocusBarack Obama School of Career and Technical Education, located in the former Custer High School building, serves students in a small school setting aimed at high achievement in reading, writing, and math. We offer students a project-based, career-centered and partner-supported education. Our HVAC lab operates with the assistance of our partners at Johnson Controls and Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC). Our new advanced manufacturing lab offers students access to state-of-the-art CNC equipment and computer-integrated manufacturing technology. We match our students to an appropriate career cluster: advanced manufacturing or energy conservation. Obama SCTE also has robotics, welding, wood shop and barber/cosmetology labs. Obama SCTE offers credit recovery and GEDO2 in a personalized blended learning lab on campus.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.

Casimir Pulaski High School

Program FocusThe Pulaski mission centers on strengthening relationships among staff, students, and families and assisting students in attaining world-class academic and career proficiencies. Pulaski offers the rigorous, popular IB MYP courses as the school grows its bilingual program and builds on strong offerings including the city's top automotive program, PLTW's biomedical engineering courses, and a school of business.

Riverside University High School

Program FocusRiverside is known throughout the region as the AP school. RUHS offers more honors and AP courses than any other area high school. The school offers students a safe, orderly environment with a focus on preparing students to successfully transition to college. More than 85% of graduates enter college each year. With a state-of-the-art lab for PLTW engineering and biomedical programs, students learn from hands-on experiences while earning college credits. With close proximity to UW-Milwaukee, students may take college courses on the UWM campus. RUHS is also known for its award-winning music, bilingual, and special education programs. RUHS features outstanding athletic teams, musicals, after-school activities, and student leadership. Parents are welcomed as partners in the teaching and learning process. The school's students, upon graduation, are well-prepared to become life-long learners and productive citizens in a global community.

This is a high school with entrance requirements and entry is granted through the early admissions process. Contact the school or visit our high school early admissions page for more information about that process.

South Division High School

Program FocusSouth Division High School is the largest bilingual high school in the state of Wisconsin, offering rigorous curriculum for college-bound students. South Division provides AP coursework in most content areas including art, calculus, English, history, and Spanish; allowing students to earn college credits. The school's PLTW offerings prepare students for careers in engineering and the National Academy Foundation health and biomedical sciences. The school has partnerships with post-secondary institutions, allowing students to take course work at the college level.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.

Harold S. Vincent High School

Program FocusVincent High School offers career-focused programs meeting the interests and needs of youth. In grades 9 and 10, students focus on high-level skill development and gaining academic skills proficiency. In grades 11 and 12, students participate in advanced courses and internships. Students can take up to four AP courses at Vincent, which can result in both high school and college credit. The school offers a number of facilities that support urban agriculture educational programming including a greenhouse, hoop house, animal room, landscape equipment, aquaponics, and outdoor study areas. The new program connects agriculture with the science and technology departments offering students courses that cover introduction to urban agriculture; veterinary science; landscape and design; urban gardening/horticulture; aquaponics; greenhouse techniques; and food science.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.

Washington High School of Information Technology

Program FocusWashington High School provides a technology-integrated academic foundation, which prepares students for the challenges of our ever-changing global society. We use technology to benefit our students in a number of ways. We use it to complement instruction and enhance learning. In addition, technology helps prepare our students to succeed globally. We offer an English Language Learner (ELL) program to help meet the needs of all of our students. Because we are a comprehensive high school, we are also able to offer sports and extracurricular programs that help develop well-rounded students.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.

Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning

Program FocusWisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning (WCLL) uses a family/team approach to education in which each student is placed with the most appropriate core teacher or teachers. This allows staff to work closely with families for a longer period of time. The school offers AP courses for college credit.

Families can enroll in this school using the online application at mpsmke.com/EnrollMPS.