For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,192 students in Grafton, WI (there are 4 private schools, serving 727 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in Grafton, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Grafton, WI are Kennedy Elementary School, Woodview Elementary School and John Long Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Grafton, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Grafton have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Grafton, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1629 11th Ave
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 376-5650
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 376-5650
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Woodview Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 5th Ave
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 376-5750
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 376-5750
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
John Long Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Hickory St
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 376-5800
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 376-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Grafton High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1950 Washington St
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 376-5500
Grafton, WI 53024
(262) 376-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Grafton, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Grafton, WI include Kennedy Elementary School, Woodview Elementary School and John Long Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Grafton?
4 public schools are located in Grafton.
What percentage of students in Grafton go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in Grafton are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Grafton?
Grafton public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Grafton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Grafton include: Kennedy Elementary School vs. Woodview Elementary School, Woodview Elementary School vs. Kennedy Elementary School
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