For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 256 students in 53214, WI.
The top-ranked public high school in 53214, WI is James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53214 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53214, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53214 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53214, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7815 W Lapham St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4210
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4210
Gr: 9-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Deeper Learning Virtual Academy
Charter School
1117 S 104th St
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4224
Milwaukee, WI 53214
(414) 604-4224
Gr: PK-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53214, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53214, WI include James E Dottke Project-based Learning High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53214?
2 public high schools are located in 53214.
What is the racial composition of students in 53214?
53214 public high schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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