For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,866 students in 53213, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53213, WI are East High School and Macdowell Montessori School K3-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53213 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53213, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53213 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53213, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7500 Milwaukee Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-2000
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,043 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6415 W Mount Vernon Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 935-1400
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 935-1400
Gr: PK-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53213, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53213, WI include East High School and Macdowell Montessori School K3-12.
How many public high schools are located in 53213?
2 public high schools are located in 53213.
What is the racial composition of students in 53213?
53213 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% 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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