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Best 53705 Wisconsin Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,069 students in 53705, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 53705, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53705, WI are Shorewood Hills Elementary School, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 53705 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53705, WI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best 53705, WI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shorewood Hills Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1105 Shorewood Blvd
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Van Hise Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4747 Waukesha St
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4800
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4801 Waukesha St
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4620
Gr: 6-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5930 Old Sauk Rd
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-1120
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
120 S Rosa Rd
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Spring Harbor Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1110 Spring Harbor Dr
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #77.
Muir Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6602 Inner Dr
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 663-8170
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #88.
Capital High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3802 Regent St
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 204-4220
Gr: 9-12 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 53705, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53705, WI include Shorewood Hills Elementary School, Van Hise Elementary School and Hamilton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 53705?
8 public schools are located in 53705.
What percentage of students in 53705 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 53705 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53705?
53705 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

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