For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 364 students in 53207, WI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 53207, WI are Whittier Elementary School and Downtown Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 53207 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Wisconsin public charter school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 53207, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public charter school average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53207, WI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whittier Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4382 S 3rd St
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 294-1400
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 294-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Downtown Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2507 S Graham Street
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 744-6005
Milwaukee, WI 53207
(414) 744-6005
Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 53207, WI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 53207, WI include Whittier Elementary School and Downtown Montessori.
How many public charter schools are located in 53207?
2 public charter schools are located in 53207.
What is the racial composition of students in 53207?
53207 public charter schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public charter schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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