For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 589 students in 53202, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 53202, WI are Cass Street Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53202 have an average math proficiency score of 3% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 4% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53202, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53202, WI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cass Street Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1647 N Cass St
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 212-2700
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 212-2700
Gr: PK-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
820 E Knapp St
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 212-3300
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 212-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 53202, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 53202, WI include Cass Street Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53202?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53202.
What is the racial composition of students in 53202?
53202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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