53172 Wisconsin Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 591 students in 53172, WI (there are 6 public schools, serving 2,686 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in 53172, WI are educated in private schools (compared to the WI state average of 15%).
The top ranked private school in 53172, WI is Divine Mercy School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin private school average acceptance rate of 92%.
75% of private schools in 53172, WI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 53172 Wisconsin Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Divine Mercy School
Gr: K-8 | 252 students
Catholic
695 College Avenue
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 764-4360
Map of Guidance Academy
Gr: PK-11 | 220 students
Islamic
1800 16th Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 312-8755
South Milwaukee KinderCare Photo
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
1801 East College Ave.
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 762-0045
Map of Zion Evangelical Lutheran School
Gr: PK-8 | 119 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
3600 S Chicago Ave
South Milwaukee, WI 53172
(414) 762-1258

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 53172, WI?
The top ranked private schools in 53172, WI is Divine Mercy School.
How many private schools are located in 53172?
4 private schools are located in 53172.
What percentage of students in 53172 go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in 53172 are educated in private schools (compared to the WI state average of 15%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 53172?
75% of private schools in 53172 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod).

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