For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,590 students in 53216, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53216, WI are Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, Marshall High School and Central City Cyberschool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53216 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 4% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53216, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53216 have a Graduation Rate of 58%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53216, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4030 N 29th St
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414) 873-4014
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414) 873-4014
Gr: 6-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 61:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Marshall High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4141 N 64th St
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414) 393-2300
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414) 393-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Central City Cyberschool
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4301 N 44th St
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414) 444-2330
Milwaukee, WI 53216
(414) 444-2330
Gr: PK-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53216, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53216, WI include Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, Marshall High School and Central City Cyberschool.
How many public high schools are located in 53216?
3 public high schools are located in 53216.
What is the racial composition of students in 53216?
53216 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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