For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,245 students in 53168, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in 53168, WI are Central High School and Salem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53168 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53168, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53168, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24617 75th St
Salem, WI 53168
(262) 843-2321
Salem, WI 53168
(262) 843-2321
Gr: 9-12 | 1,309 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8828 Antioch Rd
Salem, WI 53168
(262) 843-2356
Salem, WI 53168
(262) 843-2356
Gr: PK-8 | 936 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
53168, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Westosha Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
24823 74th St
Salem, WI 53168
(262) 843-2928
Salem, WI 53168
(262) 843-2928
Gr: 11-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53168, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53168, WI include Central High School and Salem Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53168?
2 public schools are located in 53168.
What is the racial composition of students in 53168?
53168 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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