Milwaukee, Wisconsin offers a diverse and complex education system that includes public, private, charter, and voucher-supported schools. Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), the largest district in the state, serves tens of thousands of students and provides various programs such as Montessori, STEM, and language immersion. The city also has a significant number of charter and private schools, many of which participate in the Milwaukee Parental Choice Program.

Higher education is anchored by institutions like the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (a major public research university) and Marquette University (a private Jesuit university). Despite its strengths, the city’s education system faces challenges such as funding gaps, achievement disparities, and administrative reforms aimed at improving student outcomes.