For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,988 students in 53217, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53217, WI are Whitefish Bay High School and Nicolet High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53217 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53217, WI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53217 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nicolet High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53217, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitefish Bay High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1200 E Fairmount Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 963-3928
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 963-3928
Gr: 9-12 | 945 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Nicolet High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6701 N Jean Nicolet Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 351-7554
Milwaukee, WI 53217
(414) 351-7554
Gr: 9-12 | 1,043 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53217, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53217, WI include Whitefish Bay High School and Nicolet High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53217?
2 public high schools are located in 53217.
What is the racial composition of students in 53217?
53217 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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