For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 621 students in 53202, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 53202 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 4% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53202, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53202, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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
Gr: 6-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53202, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53202, WI include Cass Street Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53202?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53202.
What is the racial composition of students in 53202?
53202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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