Best 53573 Wisconsin Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 660 students in 53573, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 41 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 53573, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53573, WI are Riverdale Elementary School, Riverdale Junior High School and Riverdale High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53573 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53573, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53573, WI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverdale Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
800 N 6th St
Muscoda, WI 53573
(608) 739-3101
Gr: PK-6 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Riverdale Junior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
235 E Elm St
Muscoda, WI 53573
(608) 739-3116
Gr: 7-8 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Riverdale High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
235 E Elm St
Muscoda, WI 53573
(608) 739-3116
Gr: 9-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Riverdale Academy
Alternative School
800 N 6th St
Muscoda, WI 53573
(608) 739-3101
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 53573, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53573, WI include Riverdale Elementary School, Riverdale Junior High School and Riverdale High School.
How many public schools are located in 53573?
4 public schools are located in 53573.
What percentage of students in 53573 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 53573 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53573?
53573 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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