Best Public Middle Schools in 53209 (Milwaukee, WI) (2026)

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Best 53209 Wisconsin Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,281 students in 53209, WI.

The top-ranked public middle schools in 53209, WI are Glen Hills Middle School, Thurston Woods Elementary School and Milwaukee Excellence Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public middle schools in zipcode 53209 have an score of 17% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and score of 18% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53209, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.

Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53209, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Glen Hills Middle School

(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
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2600 W Mill Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 351-7160

Gr: 4-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Rank: #22.

Thurston Woods Elementary School

(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
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5966 N 35th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-2800

Gr: PK-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #33.

Milwaukee Excellence Charter School

Charter School

(Math: 5% | Reading: 3%)
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4950 N 24th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 464-7188

Gr: 6-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 54:1

Rank: #44.

Obama School Of Career And Technical Education

(Math: 3% | Reading: 3%)
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5075 N Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-4900

Gr: PK-12 | 1,226 student Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 53209 Wisconsin

53209, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Achievement Center (Closed 2016)

Alternative School

3517 W Courtland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 897-7398

Gr: 6-12 | 51 students Minority enrollment: 96%

Agape Center Academy Excel Part (Closed 2008)

5268 N 35th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-1624

Gr: 1-8 | 181 students Minority enrollment: 98%

Carleton Elementary School (Closed 2010)

4116 W Silver Spring Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-5300

Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Cyd - Career Youth Development (Closed 2015)

Alternative School

3517 W Courtland Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 449-5960

Gr: 6-12 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 91%

Daniels University Preparatory Academy (Closed 2023)

4834 N Mother Daniels Way
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 463-6000

Gr: PK-8 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1

East Elementary School (Closed 2023)

5268 N 35th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-1624

Gr: 1-8 | 176 students

Edison Middle School (Closed 2008)

5372 N 37th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 616-5400

Gr: 6-10 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Good Hope Elementary School (Closed 2004)

2315 W Good Hope Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 351-7180

Gr: PK-K | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 32%

Hr Academy Middle School (Closed 2007)

1220 W Atkinson
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 374-1500

Gr: 8 | 14 students

Hr Academyglobal Awareness High School (Closed 2023)

4858 N 35th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 466-1800

Gr: 6-8 | 1 student

Hr Educational Complex (Closed 2010)

3500 W Mother Daniels Way
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 466-1800

Gr: 6-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 83:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Hr Educational Possentem Middle School (Closed 2007)

3500 W Mother Daniels Way
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 466-1800

Gr: 6-8 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Lady Pitts (Closed 2012)

Alternative School

5075 North Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-2900

Gr: 6-12 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Learning Enterprise Of Wi (Closed 2006)

4744 N 39th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-9500

Gr: 9-12 | 158 students Minority enrollment: 98%

Maasai Institute High School (Closed 2009)

4744 N 39th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 755-7810

Gr: 9-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

North Point Lighthouse Charter School (Closed 2023)

Charter School

4200 W Douglas Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 461-5339

Gr: PK-7 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1

Northern Star School (Closed 2011)

5075 North Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-5000

Gr: 6-9

Nova Middle School (Closed 2010)

2320 W Burleigh St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 438-8320

Gr: 7-8 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Obama Elementary School (Closed 2015)

5075 N Sherman Blvd
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 393-5000

Gr: PK-8 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Philipp Elementary School (Closed 2007)

4310 N 16th St
Milwaukee, WI 53209
(414) 267-8700

Gr: PK-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53209, WI?

The top-ranked public middle schools in 53209, WI include Glen Hills Middle School, Thurston Woods Elementary School and Milwaukee Excellence Charter School.

How many public middle schools are located in 53209?

4 public middle schools are located in 53209.

What is the racial composition of students in 53209?

53209 public middle schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).