For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 687 students in 53955, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53955, WI are Poynette Elementary School and Poynette Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53955 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53955, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53955, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poynette Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
225 W North St
Poynette, WI 53955
(608) 635-4347
Poynette, WI 53955
(608) 635-4347
Gr: PK-4 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Poynette Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
108 N Cleveland St
Poynette, WI 53955
(608) 635-4347
Poynette, WI 53955
(608) 635-4347
Gr: 5-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53955, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53955, WI include Poynette Elementary School and Poynette Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53955?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53955.
What is the racial composition of students in 53955?
53955 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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