For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 837 students in 53228, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53228, WI are Whitnall Middle School and Alcott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53228 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53228, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53228, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitnall Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5025 S 116th St
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 525-8650
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 525-8650
Gr: 6-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3563 S 97th St
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 604-7400
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 604-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53228, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53228, WI include Whitnall Middle School and Alcott Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53228?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53228.
What is the racial composition of students in 53228?
53228 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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