For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 351 students in 53228, WI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 53228, WI is Alcott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 53228 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 53228, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53228, WI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3563 S 97th St
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 604-7400
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 604-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Core4
Charter School
5000 S 116th St
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 525-8404
Milwaukee, WI 53228
(414) 525-8404
Gr: PK | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 53228, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 53228, WI include Alcott Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 53228?
2 public preschools are located in 53228.
What is the racial composition of students in 53228?
53228 public preschools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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