For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 246 students in 53205, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53205, WI are Shalom High School and Alliance School Of Milwaukee. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53205 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53205, WI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53205 have a Graduation Rate of 35%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Alliance School Of Milwaukee, with 30-39% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53205, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shalom High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1749 N 16th St
Milwaukee, WI 53205
(414) 933-5019
Milwaukee, WI 53205
(414) 933-5019
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Alliance School Of Milwaukee
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
850 W Walnut St
Milwaukee, WI 53205
(414) 267-5400
Milwaukee, WI 53205
(414) 267-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Doc Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility
Alternative School
1015 N 10th St
Milwaukee, WI 53205
(414) 212-3535
Milwaukee, WI 53205
(414) 212-3535
Gr: 12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53205, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53205, WI include Shalom High School and Alliance School Of Milwaukee.
How many public high schools are located in 53205?
3 public high schools are located in 53205.
What is the racial composition of students in 53205?
53205 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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