For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 834 students in 53228, WI.
The top ranked public high school in 53228, WI is Whitnall High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 53228 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53228, WI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53228 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Whitnall High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53228, WI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitnall High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5000 S 116th St
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 525-8500
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 525-8500
Gr: 9-12 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 53228, WI?
The top ranked public high schools in 53228, WI include Whitnall High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53228?
1 public high schools are located in 53228.
What is the racial composition of students in 53228?
53228 public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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