For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,684 students in Deforest, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Deforest, WI are Eagle Point Elementary School, Harvest Intermediate School and Yahara Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Deforest, WI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Deforest have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Deforest, WI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Point Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
206 N Johnson St
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6200
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6200
Gr: K-3 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Harvest Intermediate School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6781 North Towne Rd
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6100
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6100
Gr: 4-6 | 966 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Yahara Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
234 N Lexington Pkwy
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6400
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6400
Gr: K-3 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Deforest, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Deforest, WI include Eagle Point Elementary School, Harvest Intermediate School and Yahara Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Deforest?
3 public elementary schools are located in Deforest.
What is the racial composition of students in Deforest?
Deforest public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Deforest are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Deforest include: Eagle Point Elementary School vs. Yahara Elementary School, Yahara Elementary School vs. Eagle Point Elementary School
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