Top 5 Best 53172 Wisconsin Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,863 students in 53172, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 225 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 53172, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 53172, WI are E W Luther Elementary School, South Milwaukee High School and Lakeview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53172 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53172, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53172, WI Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
E W Luther Elementary School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
718 Hawthorne Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5326
Grades: PK-5
| 213 students
Rank: #22.
South Milwaukee High School
Math: 24% | Reading: 28%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
801 15th Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,032 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Lakeview Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
711 Marion Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5252
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Rawson Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1410 Rawson Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-2904
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: #55.
Blakewood Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3501 Blakewood Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #66.
South Milwaukee Middle School
Math: 19% | Reading: 21%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 15th Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 616 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 53172, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53172, WI include E W Luther Elementary School, South Milwaukee High School and Lakeview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53172, WI?
6 public schools are located in 53172, WI.
What percentage of students in 53172, WI go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 53172, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53172, WI?
53172, WI public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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