For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,847 students in 53140, WI (there are 2 private schools, serving 559 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 53140, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53140, WI are Harvey Elementary School, Bose Elementary School and Harborside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53140 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53140, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53140, WI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harvey Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2012 19th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4040
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4040
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Bose Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 15th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4044
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4044
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Harborside Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
913 57th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-8400
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-8400
Gr: 6-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Frank Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1816 57th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6324
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6324
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1716 35th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6346
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6346
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 50th Street
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6291
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6291
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Reuther Central High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
913 57th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6160
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6160
Gr: 9-12 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
53140, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2210 52nd St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 653-6305
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 653-6305
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
2600 50th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-2300
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
1832 43rd St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6390
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6390
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
5821 10th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4540
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4540
Gr: 6-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53140, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53140, WI include Harvey Elementary School, Bose Elementary School and Harborside Academy.
How many public schools are located in 53140?
7 public schools are located in 53140.
What percentage of students in 53140 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 53140 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53140?
53140 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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