For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 885 students in 53548, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53548, WI are Franklin Middle School and Rock River Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 53548 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53548, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53548, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
450 N Crosby Ave
Janesville, WI 53548
(608) 743-6000
Janesville, WI 53548
(608) 743-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Rock River Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
31 W Milwaukee St
Janesville, WI 53548
(608) 752-8273
Janesville, WI 53548
(608) 752-8273
Gr: 6-12 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53548, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53548, WI include Franklin Middle School and Rock River Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 53548?
3 public middle schools are located in 53548.
What is the racial composition of students in 53548?
53548 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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