For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,343 students in 53012, WI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 53012, WI are Parkview Elementary School, Thorson Elementary School and Westlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 53012 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 36% statewide average).
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 53012, WI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
W72n853 Harrison Ave
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 376-6800
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 376-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Thorson Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
W51n932 Keup Rd
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 376-6700
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 376-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Westlawn Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
W64n319 Madison Ave
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 376-6900
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 376-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood
Special Education School
W72n853 Harrison Ave
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 376-6142
Cedarburg, WI 53012
(262) 376-6142
Gr: PK | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 53012, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 53012, WI include Parkview Elementary School, Thorson Elementary School and Westlawn Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 53012?
4 public preschools are located in 53012.
What is the racial composition of students in 53012?
53012 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).
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