The brief
The top-rated high schools in Milwaukee for 2026 are Reagan College Preparatory High (7.6/10), Groppi High (7.0/10), and Lad Lake Synergy School (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 37 high schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Milwaukee's ranked high school landscape spans 38 schools, with performance ranging considerably across the metro. The average composite score sits at 5.8/10, but the top of the table looks meaningfully different — Escuela Verde and Reagan College Preparatory High both reach 8.3/10, the highest marks in the city. Only 5 schools, or 13% of ranked high schools, clear the 7/10 threshold, making that upper tier a useful filter when comparing options. The table below covers all 38 schools and can be sorted by overall score, academics, or other factors depending on what matters most to your family. Lad Lake Synergy School, Riverside High, and Groppi High round out the top five and are worth a close look alongside the leaders. Whether you're prioritizing academic rigor, school size, or location, the data here gives you a direct way to cut through the noise.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 17.6
- 27.0
- 36.9
- 46.9
- 56.4
- 66.4
- 76.3
- 86.2
- 96.0
- 106.0
All 37 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 37
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Reagan College Preparatory HighMilwaukee School Districtstudents 1,349student-teacher ratio 20.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 2Groppi HighMilwaukee School Districtstudents 102student-teacher ratio 12.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 3Lad Lake Synergy SchoolMilwaukee School Districtstudents 35student-teacher ratio 8.8:1grades 6th–12th
- 4Banner Preparatory School of MilwaukeeMilwaukee School Districtstudents 44student-teacher ratio 14.7:1grades 9th–12th
- 5Veritas HighcharterSeeds of Health Incstudents 255student-teacher ratio 17.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 6Project Stay-Supporting Teachers and YouthMilwaukee School Districtstudents 78student-teacher ratio 11.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 7South Accelerated AcademyMilwaukee School Districtstudents 48student-teacher ratio 16.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 8Transition HighMilwaukee School Districtstudents 88student-teacher ratio 8.8:1grades 9th–12th
- 9Escuela VerdecharterTrans Center For Youth Incstudents 120student-teacher ratio 12.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 10North Division HighMilwaukee School Districtstudents 389student-teacher ratio 13.9:1grades 9th–12th
- 11Dr Howard Fuller Collegiate AcademycharterDr Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy Incstudents 312student-teacher ratio 12.5:1grades 9th–12th
- 12Carmen High School of Science and Technology South CampuscharterMilwaukee School Districtstudents 399student-teacher ratio 22.2:1grades 9th–12th
- 13Harold S Vincent School of Agricultural ScienceMilwaukee School Districtstudents 708student-teacher ratio 15.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 14Alliance School of MilwaukeecharterMilwaukee School Districtstudents 155student-teacher ratio 11.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 15Tenor HighcharterSeeds of Health Incstudents 627student-teacher ratio 26.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 16Nova-Northwest Opportunities Vocational AcademyMilwaukee School Districtstudents 117student-teacher ratio 39.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 17King InternationalMilwaukee School Districtstudents 1,339student-teacher ratio 19.1:1grades 9th–12th
- 18James Madison Academic CampusMilwaukee School Districtstudents 595student-teacher ratio 17.0:1grades 9th–12th
- 19Carmen Mid/hi Northwest CampuscharterMilwaukee School Districtstudents 586student-teacher ratio 45.1:1grades 6th–12th
- 20Shalom HighMilwaukee School Districtstudents 110student-teacher ratio 27.5:1grades 9th–12th
- 21Green Tree Preparatory AcademycharterMilwaukee School Districtstudents 496student-teacher ratio 33.1:1grades 6th–12th
- 22Assata HighMilwaukee School Districtstudents 116student-teacher ratio 38.7:1grades 9th–12th
- 23Milwaukee School of LanguagesMilwaukee School Districtstudents 951student-teacher ratio 16.4:1grades 6th–12th
- 24South Division HighMilwaukee School Districtstudents 842student-teacher ratio 12.6:1grades 9th–12th
- 25Grandview HighMilwaukee School Districtstudents 217student-teacher ratio 72.3:1grades 9th–12th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Wisconsin education department. Rankings are relative to all public high schools in Wisconsin. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Reagan College Preparatory High
Milwaukee School District
1,349 students · 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 29% in Wisconsin
- Academics
- 8.8
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 3.2
- 2
Groppi High
Milwaukee School District
102 students · 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 41% in Wisconsin
- Academics
- 5.1
- Growth
- 9.8
- Environment
- 9.5
- 3
Lad Lake Synergy School
Milwaukee School District
35 students · 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–12th
Top 43% in Wisconsin
- Academics
- 4.6
- Growth
- 9.5
- Environment
- 9.8
- 4
Banner Preparatory School of Milwaukee
Milwaukee School District
44 students · 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 43% in Wisconsin
- Academics
- 5.8
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 7.9
- 5
Veritas High
Seeds of Health Inc
255 students · 17.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 51% in Wisconsin · charter
- Academics
- 4.0
- Growth
- 9.6
- Environment
- 4.5
- 6
Project Stay-Supporting Teachers and Youth
Milwaukee School District
78 students · 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 52% in Wisconsin
- Academics
- 2.8
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 9.8
- 7
South Accelerated Academy
Milwaukee School District
48 students · 16.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 53% in Wisconsin
- Academics
- 5.2
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 6.1
- 8
Transition High
Milwaukee School District
88 students · 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 55% in Wisconsin
- Academics
- 3.0
- Growth
- 8.3
- Environment
- 9.8
- 9
Escuela Verde
Trans Center For Youth Inc
120 students · 12.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 58% in Wisconsin · charter
- Academics
- 4.8
- Growth
- 9.7
- Environment
- 4.5
- 10
North Division High
Milwaukee School District
389 students · 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 9th–12th
Top 59% in Wisconsin
- Academics
- 3.3
- Growth
- 9.4
- Environment
- 8.8
Questions
What is the best high school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Reagan College Preparatory High is the top-rated high school in Milwaukee with a composite score of 7.6/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many high schools are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?
Milwaukee has 53 high schools, including 11 charter schools. Of these, 51 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average high school rating in Milwaukee?
Among 51 Milwaukee high schools with a composite score, the average is 5.2/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Wisconsin).
How does MySchoolScout rate high schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Wisconsin, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Wisconsin, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Milwaukee high school rankings?
Milwaukee has 11 charter high schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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