For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,979 students in 53222, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53222, WI are West High School and Milwaukee School Of Languages. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53222 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53222, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53222 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53222, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11400 W Center St
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 773-3000
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 773-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,028 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Milwaukee School Of Languages
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8400 W Burleigh St
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 393-5700
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(414) 393-5700
Gr: 6-12 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
53222, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Upgrade Media Arts Schools (Closed 2025)
Vocational School
Charter School
Charter School
11220 West Burleigh Street, Su
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(833) 922-2438
Milwaukee, WI 53222
(833) 922-2438
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53222, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53222, WI include West High School and Milwaukee School Of Languages.
How many public high schools are located in 53222?
2 public high schools are located in 53222.
What is the racial composition of students in 53222?
53222 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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