For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 2,830 students in Manitowoc, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manitowoc, 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.
Manitowoc, WI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Manitowoc have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Manitowoc, WI (2026)
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.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Manitowoc, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manitowoc, WI include Riverview Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Jackson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Manitowoc?
9 public elementary schools are located in Manitowoc.
What is the racial composition of students in Manitowoc?
Manitowoc public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Manitowoc are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Manitowoc include: Washington Middle School vs. Wilson Middle School, Monroe Elementary School vs. Jefferson Elementary School, Wilson Middle School vs. Washington Middle School
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