For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 631 students in 53719, WI (there are 4 private schools, serving 413 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 53719, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in 53719, WI is Cesar Chavez Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 53719 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53719, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53719, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cesar Chavez Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3502 Maple Grove Dr
Madison, WI 53719
(608) 442-2000
Madison, WI 53719
(608) 442-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53719, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53719, WI include Cesar Chavez Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53719?
1 public schools are located in 53719.
What percentage of students in 53719 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 53719 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53719?
53719 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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