For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,005 students in 53717, WI.
The top-ranked public high school in 53717, WI is Vel Phillips Memorial High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 53717 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53717, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53717 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Vel Phillips Memorial High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53717, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vel Phillips Memorial High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 S Gammon Rd
Madison, WI 53717
(608) 663-5990
Madison, WI 53717
(608) 663-5990
Gr: 9-12 | 2,005 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53717, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53717, WI include Vel Phillips Memorial High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53717?
1 public high schools are located in 53717.
What is the racial composition of students in 53717?
53717 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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