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Best 53224 Wisconsin Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,983 students in 53224, WI (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,664 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 53224, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53224, WI are Stuart Elementary School, Darrell Lynn Hines Academy and Bruce Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53224 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53224, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best 53224, WI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stuart Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7001 N 86th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 393-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7151 N 86th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 358-3542
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Rank: #33.
Bruce Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6453 N 89th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 393-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Goodrich Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8251 N Celina St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(262) 236-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Harold S Vincent School Of Agricultural Science
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7501 N Granville Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(262) 236-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Maple Tree Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6644 N 107th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 578-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Vincent Accelerated Academy
Alternative School
7501 N Granville Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 773-9858
Gr: 9-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 53224, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53224, WI include Stuart Elementary School, Darrell Lynn Hines Academy and Bruce Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53224?
7 public schools are located in 53224.
What percentage of students in 53224 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 53224 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53224?
53224 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

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