For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 627 students in 53203, WI.
The top ranked public school in 53203, WI is Tenor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 53203 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53203, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53203, WI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tenor High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
918 Vel R Phillips Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 431-4371
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 431-4371
Grades: 9-12
| 627 students
53203, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
606 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 273-6690
Milwaukee, WI 53203
(414) 273-6690
Grades: 11-12
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53203, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53203, WI include Tenor High School.
How many public schools are located in 53203?
1 public schools are located in 53203.
What is the racial composition of students in 53203?
53203 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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