For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,664 students in 53562, WI (there are 4 private schools, serving 446 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 53562, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53562, WI are Elm Lawn Elementary School, Northside Elementary School and Pope Farm Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53562 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53562, WI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53562, WI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Elm Lawn Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6701 Woodgate Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9070
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9070
Gr: PK-4 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3620 High Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9130
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9130
Gr: PK-4 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Pope Farm Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
816 Schewe Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 826-7700
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 826-7700
Gr: PK-4 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Sunset Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8686 Airport Rd
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9300
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9300
Gr: PK-4 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Kromrey Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7009 Donna Dr
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9530
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9530
Gr: 5-8 | 1,230 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Middleton High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2100 Bristol St
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9660
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9660
Gr: 9-12 | 2,303 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #77.
Sauk Trail Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2205 Branch St
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9190
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9190
Gr: PK-4 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #88.
Clark Street Community School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Bristol Street
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9640
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9640
Gr: 9-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
2429 Clark Street
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9067
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9067
Gr: PK | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 57:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
53562, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Middleton Alternative High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2429 Clark St
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9640
Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 829-9640
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53562, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53562, WI include Elm Lawn Elementary School, Northside Elementary School and Pope Farm Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53562?
9 public schools are located in 53562.
What percentage of students in 53562 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 53562 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53562?
53562 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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