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Best 53186 Wisconsin Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 5,019 students in 53186, WI (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,870 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 53186, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53186, WI are Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy, Waukesha Stem Academy and White Rock School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53186 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53186, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best 53186, WI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
401 E Roberta Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-3880
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Waukesha Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1103 S East Avenue
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-2305
Gr: K-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
White Rock School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1150 Whiterock Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-2705
Gr: PK-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 286:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
White Rock Campus
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1150 Whiterock Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-2700
Gr: PK | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2200 Davidson Rd
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-1805
Gr: PK-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Waukesha Academy Of Health Professions
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
401 E Roberta Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-3775
Gr: 9-12 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 112:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Heyer Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1209 Heyer Dr
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-1705
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #88.
Banting Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2019 Butler Dr
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-1205
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Les Paul Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
325 Carroll St
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-3105
Gr: 6-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1010.
Hadfield Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
733 Linden St
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-1505
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #1111.
La Casa De Esperanza Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
410 Arcadian Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 547-0887
Gr: PK-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1212.
Horning Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1809 Butler Dr
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-3305
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1313.
South High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
401 E Roberta Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-3705
Gr: 9-12 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1414.
Waukesha East Alternative School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1150 Whiterock Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-4355
Gr: 6-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Riverview School
Alternative School
521 Riverview Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 548-7731
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Waukesha Transition Academy
Special Education School
1150 Whiterock Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
(262) 970-1102
Gr: 12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 53186, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53186, WI include Waukesha Engineering Preparatory Academy, Waukesha Stem Academy and White Rock School.
How many public schools are located in 53186?
16 public schools are located in 53186.
What percentage of students in 53186 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 53186 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53186?
53186 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

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