For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,675 students in 53404, WI.
The top ranked public high schools in 53404, WI are Horlick High School and Racine Alternative Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53404 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53404, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53404 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Horlick High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53404, WI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Horlick High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2119 Rapids Dr
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 619-4300
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 619-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,281 students
Rank: #22.
Racine Alternative Learning
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2333 Northwestern Ave
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 635-5600
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 635-5600
Grades: K-12
| 360 students
Rank: n/an/a
Racine County Detention Center
Alternative School
1717 Taylor Ave
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 631-7121
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 631-7121
Grades: 1-12
| 25 students
Rank: n/an/a
Racine County Jail
Alternative School
717 Wisconsin Ave
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 635-5600
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 635-5600
Grades: 6-12
| 9 students
53404, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2330 Northwestern Ave
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 619-4260
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 619-4260
Grades: 6-8
| 512 students
Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary School (Closed 2024)
Magnet School
1722 W 6th St
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 664-6900
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 664-6900
Grades: K-5
| 433 students
Racine Alternative Learning 6-12 (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3109 Mount Pleasant St
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 635-5600
Racine, WI 53404
(262) 635-5600
Grades: 6-12
| 199 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 53404, WI?
The top ranked public high schools in 53404, WI include Horlick High School and Racine Alternative Learning.
How many public high schools are located in 53404?
4 public high schools are located in 53404.
What is the racial composition of students in 53404?
53404 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% 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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