For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 702 students in 53185, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53185, WI are Washington Elementary School and Fox River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 53185 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53185, WI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53185, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8937 Big Bend Rd
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 662-3466
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 662-3466
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Fox River Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
921 W Main St
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8240
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8240
Gr: 6-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53185, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53185, WI include Washington Elementary School and Fox River Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 53185?
2 public middle schools are located in 53185.
What is the racial composition of students in 53185?
53185 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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