Best 53204 Wisconsin Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,028 students in 53204, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53204, WI are South Accelerated Academy, Bradley Technology High School and South Division High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53204 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53204, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53204 have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bradley Technology High School, with 76% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53204, WI Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Accelerated Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1515 W Lapham Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 773-9858
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
Bradley Technology High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
700 S Fourth St
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 212-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,048 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
South Division High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1515 W Lapham Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 902-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53204, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53204, WI include South Accelerated Academy, Bradley Technology High School and South Division High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53204?
3 public high schools are located in 53204.
What is the racial composition of students in 53204?
53204 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% 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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