For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,155 students in Waterford, WI.
The top-ranked public preschools in Waterford, WI are Woodfield Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterford, WI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in Waterford have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Waterford, WI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Waterford, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Waterford, WI include Woodfield Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Waterford?
4 public preschools are located in Waterford.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterford?
Waterford public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Waterford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Waterford include: Woodfield Elementary School vs. Trailside Elementary School, Trailside Elementary School vs. Evergreen Elementary School, Trailside Elementary School vs. Woodfield Elementary School
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