Best Fort Atkinson Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,263 students in Fort Atkinson, WI (there are 4 private schools, serving 496 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Fort Atkinson, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Fort Atkinson, WI are Barrie Elementary School, Rockwell Elementary School and Luther Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fort Atkinson, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Fort Atkinson have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Fort Atkinson, WI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barrie Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1000 Harriette St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7817
Gr: K-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Rockwell Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
821 Monroe St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7818
Gr: K-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Luther Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
205 Park St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-4465
Gr: K-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Purdy Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
719 S Main St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7822
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Fort Atkinson Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
310 S 4th St E
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7833
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Fort Atkinson High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
925 Lexington Blvd
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7811
Gr: 9-12 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Fort Atkinson 4k
719 S Main St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7822
Gr: PK | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 100:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Fort Atkinson, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Fort Atkinson, WI include Barrie Elementary School, Rockwell Elementary School and Luther Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fort Atkinson?
7 public schools are located in Fort Atkinson.
What percentage of students in Fort Atkinson go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Fort Atkinson are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Fort Atkinson?
Fort Atkinson public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Fort Atkinson are often viewed compared to one another?

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