For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 2,789 students in 53214, WI (there are 6 private schools, serving 893 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 53214, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 53214, WI are Walker Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School and Lane Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53214 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53214, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53214, WI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 S 119th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4710
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4710
Grades: PK-5
| 249 students
Rank: #22.
Wilson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8710 W Orchard St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4810
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4810
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #33.
Lane Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 S 109th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 329-6610
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 329-6610
Grades: 6-8
| 381 students
Rank: #44.
Pershing Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1330 S 47th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4610
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4610
Grades: PK-5
| 180 students
Rank: #55.
Madison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1117 S 104th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4410
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4410
Grades: PK-5
| 146 students
Rank: #66.
James E Dottke Alternative School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7815 W Lapham St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4210
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4210
Grades: 9-12
| 159 students
Rank: #77.
Horace Mann Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6213 W Lapham St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-3910
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-3910
Grades: PK-5
| 398 students
Rank: #88.
West Milwaukee Intermediate
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5104 W Greenfield Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-3310
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-3310
Grades: 6-8
| 304 students
Rank: #99.
Burbank Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6035 W Adler St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 256-8400
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 256-8400
Grades: PK-8
| 488 students
Rank: n/an/a
Deeper Learning Virtual Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
7815 W Lapham St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4224
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4224
Grades: PK-12
| 99 students
Rank: n/an/a
Shared Journeys
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
1509 S 76th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4290
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4290
Grades: 7-12
| 2 students
53214, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7815 W Lapham St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4210
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4210
Grades: PK-6
| 348 students
7815 W Lapham St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4210
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4210
Grades: 6-8
| 251 students
St. Charles Behav Reassign Success Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
151 S 84th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 476-3710
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 476-3710
Grades: 6-12
| 6 students
St. Charles Intensive Day Treatment (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
151 S 84th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 476-3710
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 476-3710
Grades: 7-12
| 37 students
St. Charles Youth & Family Ex Ed (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
151 South 84th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 476-3710
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 476-3710
Grades: 3-12
| 28 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53214, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53214, WI include Walker Elementary School, Wilson Elementary School and Lane Intermediate.
How many public schools are located in 53214?
11 public schools are located in 53214.
What percentage of students in 53214 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 53214 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53214?
53214 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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