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Best Hartford Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,465 students in Hartford, WI (there are 2 private schools, serving 351 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Hartford, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hartford, WI are Addison Elementary School, Erin Elementary School and Rossman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hartford, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Hartford have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Hartford, WI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Addison Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5050 Indian Rd
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 644-8037
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Erin Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6901 County Highway O
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-3720
Gr: PK-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Rossman Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
600 Highland Ave
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
755 S Rural St
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Hartford High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
805 Cedar St
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 670-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Central Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1100 Cedar St
Hartford, WI 53027
(262) 673-8040
Gr: 6-8 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hartford, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Hartford, WI include Addison Elementary School, Erin Elementary School and Rossman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hartford?
6 public schools are located in Hartford.
What percentage of students in Hartford go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Hartford are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hartford?
Hartford public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hartford are often viewed compared to one another?

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