For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,452 students in 54220, WI (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,521 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 54220, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 54220, WI are Riverview Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54220 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 54220, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 54220, WI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4400 Michigan Ave
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9500
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9500
Gr: K-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2502 S 14th St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9550
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9550
Gr: K-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 N 18th St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9520
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9520
Gr: K-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 N 4th St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9540
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9540
Gr: K-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Wilson Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 N 9th St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9580
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9580
Gr: 6-8 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 S 35th St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9510
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9510
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1433 S 8th St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9600
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1415 Division St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9530
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9530
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Division St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9570
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9570
Gr: 6-8 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1010.
Mckinley Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1002 E Cedar Ave
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 686-4700
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 686-4700
Gr: 1-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
4400 Michigan Ave
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9500
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9500
Gr: PK | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
54220, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Manitowoc County Comprehensive Charter School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
1010 Huron St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 686-4741
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 686-4741
Gr: 1-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Manitowoc County Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1025 South 9th St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 683-5020
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 683-5020
Gr: 7-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54220, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54220, WI include Riverview Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 54220?
11 public schools are located in 54220.
What percentage of students in 54220 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 54220 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54220?
54220 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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