For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,889 students in 53204, WI.
The top ranked public high schools in 53204, WI are South Accelerated Academy, Bradley Technology High School and South Division High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53204 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53204, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53204 have a Graduation Rate of 61%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bradley Technology High School, with 71% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53204, WI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Accelerated Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1515 W Lapham Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 773-9858
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 773-9858
Grades: 9-12
| 48 students
Rank: #22.
Bradley Technology High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
700 S Fourth St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 212-2400
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 212-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 999 students
Rank: #33.
South Division High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1515 W Lapham Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 902-8300
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 902-8300
Grades: 9-12
| 842 students
53204, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
611 West National Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 672-1237
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 672-1237
Grades: 9-12
| 101 students
971 W Windlake Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 902-7200
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 902-7200
Grades: PK-3
| 166 students
809 West Greenfield Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 647-5980
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 647-5980
Grades: PK-K
| 95 students
131 S 1st St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 308-1230
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 308-1230
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
131 S 1st Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 308-1230
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 308-1230
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
615 W Washington St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 649-4923
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 649-4923
Grades: 6-8
| 86 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 53204, WI?
The top ranked public high schools in 53204, WI include South Accelerated Academy, Bradley Technology High School and South Division High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53204?
3 public high schools are located in 53204.
What is the racial composition of students in 53204?
53204 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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