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53212 Wisconsin Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 3,107 students in 53212, WI (there are 8 public schools, serving 3,556 public students). 47% of all K-12 students in 53212, WI are educated in private schools (compared to the WI state average of 15%).
The top ranked private schools in 53212, WI include Harambee Community School, Messmer Preparatory Catholic School, and Hope Christian School - Fortis.
The average acceptance rate is 91%, which is lower than the Wisconsin private school average acceptance rate of 92%.
67% of private schools in 53212, WI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Islamic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 3,107
  • Average Tuition: $6,440
  • Acceptance Rate: 91%
  • Average Class Size: 28 students
  • % Students of Color: 94%
  • View 53212 Wisconsin School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 3,107
  • Average Tuition: $6,440
  • Acceptance Rate: 91%
  • Average Class Size: 28 students
  • % Students of Color: 94%
  • View 53212 Wisconsin School Trends

Top Ranked 53212 Wisconsin Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Harambee Community School
Harambee Community School
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students
110 W Burleigh Street
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 264-4600
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Map of Hope Christian High School
Hope Christian High School
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students
Christian
3215 N Dr Martin Luther King Dr
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 264-4476
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Map of Hope Christian School - Fortis
Hope Christian School - Fortis
Gr: PK-8 | 398 students
Christian
3601 N Port Washington Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 264-6284
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Map of Hope Christian School -Fortis
Hope Christian School -Fortis
Gr: PK-8 | 586 students
Avg. class size: 30 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 1
Christian
3601 N. Port Washington Road
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 264-6284
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Map of Messmer Preparatory Catholic School
Messmer Preparatory Catholic School
Gr: NS-8 | 469 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
3027 N Fratney St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 264-6070
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Map of St. Marcus Lutheran School
St. Marcus Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 937 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
2215 N Palmer St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 267-8381
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Map of Clara Mohammed School Inc.
Clara Mohammed School Inc.
Gr: K-12 | 129 students
Islamic
317 W Wright St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 263-6772
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Map of Malaika Early Learning Center
Malaika Early Learning Center
Gr: PK-3 | 77 students
125 W Auer Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 562-4997
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North Shore Montessori School
Gr: PK-6 | 89 students
Avg. class size: 28 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 11
Montessori School
4650 N Port Washington Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 906-8900
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53212, Wisconsin Private Schools (Closed)

St. Philips Lutheran School Photo
St. Philips Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 110 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
3012 N Holton St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 263-7614
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 53212, WI?
The top ranked private schools in 53212, WI include Harambee Community School, Messmer Preparatory Catholic School, and Hope Christian School - Fortis.
How many private schools are located in 53212?
9 private schools are located in 53212.
How diverse are private schools in 53212?
53212 private schools are approximately 94% minority students, which is higher than the Wisconsin private school average of 35%.
What percentage of students in 53212 go to private school?
47% of all K-12 students in 53212 are educated in private schools (compared to the WI state average of 15%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 53212?
67% of private schools in 53212 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Islamic).

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