For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 374 students in 53098, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53098, WI are Leap Elementary School and Douglas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53098 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53098, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53098, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leap Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
W4712 County Road O
Watertown, WI 53098
(920) 925-3712
Watertown, WI 53098
(920) 925-3712
Gr: PK-5 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Douglas Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Prospect St
Watertown, WI 53098
(920) 262-1495
Watertown, WI 53098
(920) 262-1495
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53098, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53098, WI include Leap Elementary School and Douglas Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53098?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53098.
What is the racial composition of students in 53098?
53098 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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