For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 510 students in Kiel, WI.
The top-ranked public preschool in Kiel, WI is Zielanis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kiel, WI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Kiel have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Kiel, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zielanis Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1010 Adams St
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-2265
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-2265
Gr: PK-4 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Between The Lakes Virtual Academy
Charter School
416 Paine St
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-5169
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-5169
Gr: PK-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Kiel, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Kiel, WI include Zielanis Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Kiel?
2 public preschools are located in Kiel.
What is the racial composition of students in Kiel?
Kiel public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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