Darrell Lynn Hines College Preparatory Academy of Excellence

The school’s mission is to prepare students academically, socially, physically, and emotionally. It emphasizes the value of diversity and multiculturalism, aiming to produce well-balanced, knowledgeable individuals who respect the diverse voices in the world. The school also prioritizes strong parental involvement to create a stable support system for students.

The school is an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) institution, incorporating this framework alongside curricula such as Balanced Literacy and Everyday Math. The academic program is aligned with Common Core State Standards and serves students from K4 through middle school. Instruction is provided by highly qualified teachers across various grade levels and subjects, including math, English, science, and social studies.

The school utilizes Smarter Balanced Assessments and Measures of Academic Performance (MAP) to track student progress. It is committed to preparing students to meet the economic and social challenges of the modern world, fostering open-mindedness and social responsibility.

The school employs a student support and wellness advocate to assist with student well-being. Additionally, the staff includes a director of special education services and special education assistants to provide necessary support.

The school is a public charter school serving students who reside in the City of Milwaukee. Prospective families may access an application for admissions and an enrollment renewal form through the school's website. A mandatory uniform policy is in effect for all students.

The school provides both an online calendar and a printable version for the 2025-2026 academic year. These resources allow families to track school events and important dates throughout the year.

The campus is located at 7151 North 86th Street in Milwaukee. It includes classroom spaces and a library to support student learning.

The school maintains a partnership with the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music to provide a music program for students. Additionally, the school offers an athletics program and hosts a summer program.