For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 637 students in 53208, WI.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 53208, WI are Woodlands School and Pathways High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 53208 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Wisconsin public charter school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 32% statewide average). Charter schools in 53208, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public charter school average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53208, WI Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodlands School
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5510 W Bluemound Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 475-1600
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 475-1600
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Pathways High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3022 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 943-2891
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 943-2891
Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Woodlands School - State Street Campus
Charter School
3121 W State St
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 937-2000
Milwaukee, WI 53208
(414) 937-2000
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 53208, WI?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 53208, WI include Woodlands School and Pathways High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 53208?
3 public charter schools are located in 53208.
What is the racial composition of students in 53208?
53208 public charter schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public charter schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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