For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,162 students in 53189, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53189, WI are Rose Glen Elementary School and Prairie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53189 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53189, WI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53189, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rose Glen Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
W273s3845 Brookhill Dr
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 970-2405
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 970-2405
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 Center Rd
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 970-2205
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 970-2205
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Mill Creek Academy
Charter School
S46w23850 Lawnsdale Rd
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 422-6020
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 422-6020
Gr: PK-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53189, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53189, WI include Rose Glen Elementary School and Prairie Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53189?
3 public elementary schools are located in 53189.
What is the racial composition of students in 53189?
53189 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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