For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,927 students in 53221, WI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 53221, WI are Elm Dale Elementary School, Cooper Elementary School and Lowell International Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 53221 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 53221, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53221, WI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elm Dale Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5300 S Honey Creek Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 281-7100
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 281-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Cooper Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5143 S 21st St
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 304-6300
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 304-6300
Gr: PK-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Lowell International Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4360 S 20th St
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 304-6600
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 304-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Ideal
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1420 W Goldcrest Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 267-1600
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 267-1600
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Garland Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3120 W Green Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 304-6500
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 304-6500
Gr: PK-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Victory Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2222 W Henry Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 304-6700
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 304-6700
Gr: PK-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Morgandale Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3635 S 17th St
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 902-9900
Milwaukee, WI 53221
(414) 902-9900
Gr: PK-8 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 53221, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 53221, WI include Elm Dale Elementary School, Cooper Elementary School and Lowell International Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 53221?
7 public preschools are located in 53221.
What is the racial composition of students in 53221?
53221 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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