For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,546 students in Greendale, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 935 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in Greendale, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Greendale, WI are College Park Elementary School, Canterbury Elementary School and Highland View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Greendale, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Greendale have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Greendale, WI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
College Park Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5701 W College Ave
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2850
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2850
Gr: K-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Canterbury Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7000 Enfield Ave
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2770
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2770
Gr: K-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Highland View Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5900 S 51st St
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2750
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2750
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Greendale Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6800 Schoolway
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2800
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Greendale High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6801 Southway
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-0110
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-0110
Gr: 9-12 | 882 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Time 4 Learning Charter School
Charter School
5900 S 51st St
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2750
Greendale, WI 53129
(414) 423-2750
Gr: PK | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Greendale, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Greendale, WI include College Park Elementary School, Canterbury Elementary School and Highland View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Greendale?
6 public schools are located in Greendale.
What percentage of students in Greendale go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in Greendale are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Greendale?
Greendale public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Greendale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Greendale include: Highland View Elementary School vs. College Park Elementary School, College Park Elementary School vs. Highland View Elementary School, Canterbury Elementary School vs. College Park Elementary School
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