Top 5 Best 53705 Wisconsin Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,151 students in 53705, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 53705, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 53705, WI are Shorewood Hills Elementary School, Van Hise Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53705 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53705, WI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53705, WI Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shorewood Hills Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1105 Shorewood Blvd
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-1200
Grades: PK-5
| 382 students
Rank: #22.
Van Hise Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
4747 Waukesha St
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4800
Grades: K-5
| 421 students
Rank: #33.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4801 Waukesha St
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4620
Grades: 6-8
| 768 students
Rank: #44.
Spring Harbor Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1110 Spring Harbor Dr
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-1100
Grades: 6-8
| 270 students
Rank: #55.
Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
120 S Rosa Rd
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-1900
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
Rank: #66.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5930 Old Sauk Rd
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-1120
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: #77.
Muir Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6602 Inner Dr
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 663-8170
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #88.
Capital High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3802 Regent St
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4220
Grades: 9-12
| 123 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 53705, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53705, WI include Shorewood Hills Elementary School, Van Hise Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 53705?
8 public schools are located in 53705.
What percentage of students in 53705 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 53705 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53705?
53705 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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