Best 53523 Wisconsin Public Middle Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 231 students in 53523, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53523, WI are Koshkonong Trails School and Nikolay Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 53523 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53523, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53523, WI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Koshkonong Trails School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
37 Oakland Rd
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-8040
Gr: 7-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Nikolay Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
211 South St
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-7335
Gr: 6-8 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53523, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53523, WI include Koshkonong Trails School and Nikolay Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 53523?
2 public middle schools are located in 53523.
What is the racial composition of students in 53523?
53523 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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