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Best 53209 Wisconsin Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,994 students in 53209, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53209, WI are Banner Preparatory School Of Milwaukee, Assata High School and King International. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53209 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53209, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53209 have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is King International, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53209, WI Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Banner Preparatory School Of Milwaukee
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3517 W Courtland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-9561
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #22.
Assata High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3517 W Courtland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 345-6113
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
Rank: #33.
King International
(Math: 19% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 W Olive St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 267-0700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,339 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Milwaukee Excellence Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4950 N 24th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 464-7188
Gr: 6-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 54:1
Rank: #55.
Obama School Of Career And Technical Education
(Math: 3% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5075 N Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-4900
Gr: PK-12 | 1,226 student Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 53209 Wisconsin

53209, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3517 W Courtland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 897-7398
Gr: 6-12 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 96%
5268 N 35th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-1624
Gr: 1-8 | 181 students Minority enrollment: 98%
4116 W Silver Spring Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
3517 W Courtland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 449-5960
Gr: 6-12 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 91%
4834 N Mother Daniels Way
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 463-6000
Gr: PK-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
5268 N 35th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-1624
Gr: 1-8 | 176 students
5372 N 37th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 616-5400
Gr: 6-10 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2315 W Good Hope Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 351-7180
Gr: PK-K | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
1220 W Atkinson
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 374-1500
Gr: 8 | 14 students
4858 N 35th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 466-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 1 student
3500 W Mother Daniels Way
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 466-1800
Gr: 6-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 83:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
3500 W Mother Daniels Way
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 466-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Lady Pitts (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
5075 North Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-2900
Gr: 6-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
4744 N 39th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-9500
Gr: 9-12 | 158 students Minority enrollment: 98%
4744 N 39th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 755-7810
Gr: 9-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
4200 W Douglas Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-5339
Gr: PK-7 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1
5075 North Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-5000
Gr: 6-9
2320 W Burleigh St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 438-8320
Gr: 7-8 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
5075 N Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
4310 N 16th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 267-8700
Gr: PK-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53209, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53209, WI include Banner Preparatory School Of Milwaukee, Assata High School and King International.
How many public high schools are located in 53209?
5 public high schools are located in 53209.
What is the racial composition of students in 53209?
53209 public high schools minority enrollment is 93% 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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