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Best 53189 Wisconsin Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,329 students in 53189, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in 53189, WI are Rose Glen Elementary School, Prairie Elementary School and West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53189 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53189, WI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best 53189, WI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rose Glen Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
W273s3845 Brookhill Dr
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 970-2405
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1801 Center Rd
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 970-2205
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
West High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3301 Saylesville Rd
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 970-3905
Gr: 9-12 | 1,167 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Mill Creek Academy
Charter School
S46w23850 Lawnsdale Rd
Waukesha, WI 53189
(262) 422-6020
Gr: PK-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 53189, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53189, WI include Rose Glen Elementary School, Prairie Elementary School and West High School.
How many public schools are located in 53189?
4 public schools are located in 53189.
What is the racial composition of students in 53189?
53189 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

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