For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,629 students in Hartford, WI (there are 2 private schools, serving 349 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in Hartford, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Hartford, WI are Addison Elementary School, Erin Elementary School and Rossman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hartford, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Hartford have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Hartford, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Addison Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5050 Indian Rd
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 644-8037
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 644-8037
Grades: PK-5
| 428 students
Rank: #22.
Erin Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6901 County Highway O
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-3720
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-3720
Grades: PK-8
| 408 students
Rank: #33.
Rossman Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Highland Ave
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-3300
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
755 S Rural St
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-2100
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-2100
Grades: PK-5
| 469 students
Rank: #55.
Hartford High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
805 Cedar St
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 670-3200
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 670-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,364 students
Rank: #66.
Central Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Cedar St
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-8040
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-8040
Grades: 6-8
| 504 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hartford, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Hartford, WI include Addison Elementary School, Erin Elementary School and Rossman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hartford?
6 public schools are located in Hartford.
What percentage of students in Hartford go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in Hartford are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hartford?
Hartford public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Hartford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hartford include: Central Middle School vs. Erin Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School vs. Rossman Elementary School, Rossman Elementary School vs. Lincoln Elementary School
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