For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,858 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 38% 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 and Black).
Best 53185, WI Public Schools (2025)
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: PK-4 | 309 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 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 | 309 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 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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 and Black).
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