For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 837 students in 53228, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 53228, WI are Whitnall Middle School and Alcott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53228 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53228, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53228, WI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitnall Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5025 S 116th St
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 525-8650
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 525-8650
Gr: 6-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3563 S 97th St
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 604-7400
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 604-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 53228, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 53228, WI include Whitnall Middle School and Alcott Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53228?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53228.
What is the racial composition of students in 53228?
53228 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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