For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,542 students in 53726, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 301 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 53726, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53726, WI are Randall Elementary School and West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53726 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53726, WI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53726, WI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Randall Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1802 Regent St
Madison, WI 53726
(608) 204-3300
Madison, WI 53726
(608) 204-3300
Gr: 3-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
West High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 Ash St
Madison, WI 53726
(608) 204-4100
Madison, WI 53726
(608) 204-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,222 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53726, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53726, WI include Randall Elementary School and West High School.
How many public schools are located in 53726?
2 public schools are located in 53726.
What percentage of students in 53726 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 53726 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53726?
53726 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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