For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 180 students in 53224, WI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 53224, WI is Darrell Lynn Hines Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 53224 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53224, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53224, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Darrell Lynn Hines Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7151 N 86th St
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 358-3542
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 358-3542
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53224, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53224, WI include Darrell Lynn Hines Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 53224?
1 public middle schools are located in 53224.
What is the racial composition of students in 53224?
53224 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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