For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,579 students in 53213, WI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 53213, WI are Lincoln Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 53213 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 53213, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53213, WI Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1741 N Wauwatosa Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1300
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2535 N 73rd St
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1600
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2166 N 68th St
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1800
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1060 N Glenview Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1900
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6927 Maple Ter
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1200
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6415 W Mount Vernon Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 935-1400
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 935-1400
Gr: PK-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Hawley Environmental School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5610 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 256-8500
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 256-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
53213, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6415 W Mount Vernon Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 256-8200
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 256-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 914 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
6415 West Mount Vernon Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 256-8300
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 256-8300
Gr: 7-12 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 53213, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 53213, WI include Lincoln Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 53213?
7 public preschools are located in 53213.
What is the racial composition of students in 53213?
53213 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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