For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 589 students in 53202, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 672 private students). 47% of all K-12 students in 53202, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 53202, WI are Cass Street Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53202 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 4% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53202, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53202, WI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cass Street Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1647 N Cass St
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 212-2700
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 212-2700
Grades: PK-8
| 281 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
820 E Knapp St
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 212-3300
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 212-3300
Grades: 6-8
| 308 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53202, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53202, WI include Cass Street Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 53202?
2 public schools are located in 53202.
What percentage of students in 53202 go to public school?
47% of all K-12 students in 53202 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53202?
53202 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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