For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,870 students in 53220, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 53220, WI are Edgewood Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School and Glenwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53220 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53220, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53220, WI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4711 S 47th St
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 281-5750
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 281-5750
Grades: PK-5
| 321 students
Rank: #22.
Maple Grove Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6921 W Coldspring Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 541-0600
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 541-0600
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Glenwood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3550 S 51st St
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 545-2280
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 545-2280
Grades: PK-5
| 317 students
Rank: #44.
Academy Of Accelerated Learning
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3727 S 78th St
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7300
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7300
Grades: PK-5
| 538 students
Rank: #55.
Honey Creek Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6701 W Eden Pl
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7900
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7900
Grades: PK-5
| 354 students
Rank: #66.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4200 S 54th St
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7700
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7700
Grades: PK-8
| 331 students
Rank: #77.
Wedgewood Park School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6506 W Warnimont Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7800
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7800
Grades: 6-8
| 552 students
53220, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6506 West Warnimont Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7940
Milwaukee, WI 53220
(414) 604-7940
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 53220, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 53220, WI include Edgewood Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School and Glenwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53220?
7 public elementary schools are located in 53220.
What is the racial composition of students in 53220?
53220 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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