For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 566 students in 53809, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53809, WI are Fennimore Elementary School and Fennimore Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53809 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53809, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53809, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fennimore Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
830 Madison St
Fennimore, WI 53809
(608) 822-3285
Fennimore, WI 53809
(608) 822-3285
Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Fennimore Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
510 7th St
Fennimore, WI 53809
(608) 822-3245
Fennimore, WI 53809
(608) 822-3245
Gr: 6-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53809, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53809, WI include Fennimore Elementary School and Fennimore Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53809?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53809.
What is the racial composition of students in 53809?
53809 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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