Best 53213 Wisconsin Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,605 students in 53213, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53213, WI are Longfellow Middle School and Macdowell Montessori School K3-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 53213 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53213, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53213, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Longfellow Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7600 W North Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 773-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Macdowell Montessori School K3-12
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6415 W Mount Vernon Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53213
(414) 935-1400
Gr: PK-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53213, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53213, WI include Longfellow Middle School and Macdowell Montessori School K3-12.
How many public middle schools are located in 53213?
2 public middle schools are located in 53213.
What is the racial composition of students in 53213?
53213 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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