For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,985 students in Cudahy, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 70 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Cudahy, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Cudahy, WI are Kosciuszko Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School and Jones Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cudahy, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Cudahy have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cudahy, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kosciuszko Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5252 S Kirkwood Ave
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-7200
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5950 S Illinois Ave
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-7100
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-7100
Gr: PK-6 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Jones Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5845 S Swift Ave
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-7150
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-7150
Gr: PK-6 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4416 S Packard Ave
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-2930
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-2930
Gr: PK-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Cudahy Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5530 S Barland Ave
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-2830
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-2830
Gr: 7-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Cudahy High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4950 S Lake Dr
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-2700
Cudahy, WI 53110
(414) 294-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cudahy, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Cudahy, WI include Kosciuszko Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School and Jones Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cudahy?
6 public schools are located in Cudahy.
What percentage of students in Cudahy go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Cudahy are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cudahy?
Cudahy public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Cudahy are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Cudahy include: Jones Elementary School vs. Mitchell Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School vs. Jones Elementary School, Kosciuszko Elementary School vs. Lincoln Elementary School
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