For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,587 students in 53545, WI (there are 4 private schools, serving 748 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 53545, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53545, WI are Monroe Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School and Consolidated Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53545 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53545, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53545, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 S Pontiac Dr
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-6900
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
316 S Ringold St
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-7000
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Consolidated Elementary School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4838 N County Road F
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 868-9595
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 868-9595
Gr: K-3 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1831 Mount Zion Ave
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-6600
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Marshall Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
25 S Pontiac Dr
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-6200
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Craig High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Randall Ave
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-5200
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-5200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #77.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1138 E Memorial Dr
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-6300
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 743-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Youth Services Center
Alternative School
210 E Us Highway 14
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 757-5930
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 757-5930
Gr: PK-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53545, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53545, WI include Monroe Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School and Consolidated Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53545?
8 public schools are located in 53545.
What percentage of students in 53545 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 53545 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53545?
53545 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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