For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,147 students in the neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in University Hill Farms are Van Hise Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 39% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Hise Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4747 Waukesha St
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4800
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4800
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4801 Waukesha St
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4620
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4620
Gr: 6-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison, WI include Van Hise Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison?
the neighborhood of University Hill Farms, Madison public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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