For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 605 students in 53172, WI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 53172, WI is South Milwaukee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 53172 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53172, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53172, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Milwaukee Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 15th Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5800
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53172, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53172, WI include South Milwaukee Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 53172?
1 public middle schools are located in 53172.
What is the racial composition of students in 53172?
53172 public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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