For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,729 students in 53209, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53209, WI are Banner Preparatory School Of Milwaukee, Assata High School and King International. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53209 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53209, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53209 have a Graduation Rate of 61%, which is less than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is King International, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53209, WI Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Banner Preparatory School Of Milwaukee
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3517a W Courtland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-9561
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-9561
Gr: 6-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Assata High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3517 W Courtland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 345-6113
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 345-6113
Gr: 9-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
Rank: #33.
King International
(Math: 19% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 W Olive St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 267-0700
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 267-0700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,308 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Obama School Of Career And Technical Education
(Math: 3% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5075 N Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-4900
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-4900
Gr: PK-12 | 1,294 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53209, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53209, WI include Banner Preparatory School Of Milwaukee, Assata High School and King International.
How many public high schools are located in 53209?
4 public high schools are located in 53209.
What is the racial composition of students in 53209?
53209 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% 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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