For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,247 students in 53143, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 307 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 53143, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53143, WI are Lakeview K-8 Academy, Ruth Harman Academy and Grewenow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53143 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53143, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53143, WI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview K-8 Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6729 18th Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-2746
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-2746
Gr: PK-8 | 988 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Ruth Harman Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8518 22nd Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-2191
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-2191
Gr: K-8 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Grewenow Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7714 20th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6362
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6362
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Tremper High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8560 26th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-2200
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,417 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Southport Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
723 76th St
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6309
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6309
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Brass Community School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6400 15th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-8000
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-8000
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
6300 27th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6080
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6080
Gr: PK | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
6300 27th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6080
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6080
Gr: PK | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
53143, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6410 25th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6242
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6242
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
839 62nd St
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 653-6307
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 653-6307
Gr: K-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
6811 18th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 653-6395
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 653-6395
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
6729 18th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6296
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-6296
Gr: 6-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
8518 22nd Ave
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-2113
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 359-2113
Gr: PK-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53143, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53143, WI include Lakeview K-8 Academy, Ruth Harman Academy and Grewenow Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53143?
8 public schools are located in 53143.
What percentage of students in 53143 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 53143 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53143?
53143 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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