For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,844 students in 53185, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 65 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 53185, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53185, WI are Lakeview Elementary School, Woodfield Elementary School and Evergreen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53185 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53185, WI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53185, WI Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
26335 Fries Ln
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 971-1850
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 971-1850
Gr: K-4 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Woodfield Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
905 Barnes Dr
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8230
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8230
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
817 W Main St
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8210
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8210
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8937 Big Bend Rd
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 662-3466
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 662-3466
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Trailside Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
615 N Milwaukee St
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8220
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8220
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Fox River Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
921 W Main St
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8240
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8240
Gr: 6-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Waterford High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
611 W Main Street
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 534-3189
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 534-3189
Gr: 9-12 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53185, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53185, WI include Lakeview Elementary School, Woodfield Elementary School and Evergreen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53185?
7 public schools are located in 53185.
What percentage of students in 53185 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 53185 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53185?
53185 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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