For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 979 students in 53172, WI.
The top-ranked public high school in 53172, WI is South Milwaukee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 53172 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53172, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53172 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Milwaukee High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53172, WI Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Milwaukee High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 15th Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5100
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 766-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 979 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53172, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53172, WI include South Milwaukee High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53172?
1 public high schools are located in 53172.
What is the racial composition of students in 53172?
53172 public high schools minority enrollment is 43% 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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