For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 216 students in 53221, WI.
The top-ranked public charter school in 53221, WI is Ideal. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 53221 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Wisconsin public charter school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 31% statewide average). Charter schools in 53221, WI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public charter school average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53221, WI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ideal
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1420 W Goldcrest Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 267-1600
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 267-1600
Gr: PK-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 53221, WI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 53221, WI include Ideal.
How many public charter schools are located in 53221?
1 public charter schools are located in 53221.
What is the racial composition of students in 53221?
53221 public charter schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public charter schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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