For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,319 students in 53224, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53224, WI are Stuart Elementary School, Darrell Lynn Hines Academy and Bruce Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53224 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53224, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53224, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stuart Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7001 N 86th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 393-3700
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 393-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7151 N 86th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 358-3542
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 358-3542
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #33.
Bruce Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6453 N 89th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 393-2100
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 393-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Goodrich Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8251 N Celina St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(262) 236-1500
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(262) 236-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Maple Tree Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6644 N 107th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 578-5100
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 578-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
53224, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9520 West Allyn St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(262) 236-1600
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(262) 236-1600
Gr: PK-5
Learning Enterprise Vocational & Trng High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
8920 W Brown Deer Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 362-9710
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 362-9710
Gr: 11-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53224, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53224, WI include Stuart Elementary School, Darrell Lynn Hines Academy and Bruce Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53224?
5 public elementary schools are located in 53224.
What is the racial composition of students in 53224?
53224 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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