For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 627 students in 53203, WI.
The top-ranked public school in 53203, WI is Tenor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 53203 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53203, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53203, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tenor High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
918 Vel R Phillips Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 431-4371
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 431-4371
Gr: 9-12 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
53203, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
606 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 273-6690
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 273-6690
Gr: 11-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53203, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53203, WI include Tenor High School.
How many public schools are located in 53203?
1 public schools are located in 53203.
What is the racial composition of students in 53203?
53203 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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