For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 636 students in 53530, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 53530, WI is Darlington Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 53530 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53530, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53530, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Darlington Elementary Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11630 Center Hill Road
Darlington, WI 53530
(608) 776-4021
Darlington, WI 53530
(608) 776-4021
Gr: PK-8 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53530, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53530, WI include Darlington Elementary Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53530?
1 public elementary schools are located in 53530.
What is the racial composition of students in 53530?
53530 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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