Best 53811 Wisconsin Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 377 students in 53811, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53811, WI are Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School and Southwestern Wisconsin Community Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53811 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53811, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53811, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1415 Fairplay St
Hazel Green, WI 53811
(608) 854-2261
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Southwestern Wisconsin Community Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1105 Maple St
Hazel Green, WI 53811
(608) 854-2261
Gr: 6-8 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53811, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53811, WI include Southwestern Wisconsin Elementary School and Southwestern Wisconsin Community Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53811?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53811.
What is the racial composition of students in 53811?
53811 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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