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Best 53081 Wisconsin Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 5,577 students in 53081, WI (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,347 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 53081, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53081, WI are Etude High School, Wilson Elementary School and Sheboygan Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53081 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53081, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best 53081, WI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Etude High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
834 Virginia Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0950
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1625 Wilson Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3688
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Sheboygan Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1305 St Clair Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 208-5930
Gr: PK-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
George D Warriner High School For Personalized Learning
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
830 Virginia Avenue
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0945
Gr: 9-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2530 Weeden Creek Rd
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3573
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
James Madison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2302 David Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3585
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1528 N 5th St
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3626
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #88.
Horace Mann Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2820 Union Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3666
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #99.
Etude Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
843 Jefferson Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0946
Gr: 6-8 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #1010.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1515 Heller Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3620
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1111.
George D Warriner Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
830 Virginia Avenue
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0945
Gr: 6-8 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1212.
Farnsworth Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1017 Union Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3655
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1313.
South High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1240 Washington Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3637
Gr: 9-12 | 1,075 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1414.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1412 Maryland Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3550
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1515.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
819 Kentucky Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1616.
Central High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
621 S Water St
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3520
Gr: 9-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Learning Center
1227 Wilson Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-4330
Gr: PK | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Lighthouse Academy
Alternative School
525 N 6th St
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3329
Gr: 6-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 53081, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53081, WI include Etude High School, Wilson Elementary School and Sheboygan Leadership Academy.
How many public schools are located in 53081?
18 public schools are located in 53081.
What percentage of students in 53081 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 53081 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53081?
53081 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

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