For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,978 students in 53704, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53704, WI are Isthmus Montessori Academy Public, East High School and Shabazz-city High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53704 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53704, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53704 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53704, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Isthmus Montessori Academy Public
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1802 Pankratz St
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 661-8200
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 661-8200
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
East High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2222 E Washington Ave
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-1600
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-1600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,643 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Shabazz-city High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1601 N Sherman Ave
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-2440
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-2440
Gr: 9-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Central Wisconsin Center
Alternative School
317 Knutson Dr
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 267-5150
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 267-5150
Gr: K-12 | 1 student
Rank: n/an/a
Mendota Mental Health Institution
Alternative School
301 Troy Dr
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 267-5150
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 267-5150
Gr: K-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53704, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53704, WI include Isthmus Montessori Academy Public, East High School and Shabazz-city High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53704?
5 public high schools are located in 53704.
What is the racial composition of students in 53704?
53704 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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