For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,508 students in Fort Atkinson, WI (there are 4 private schools, serving 433 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Fort Atkinson, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Fort Atkinson, WI are Barrie Elementary School, Rockwell Elementary School and Luther Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fort Atkinson, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Fort Atkinson have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Fort Atkinson, WI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barrie Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 Harriette St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7817
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7817
Grades: PK-5
| 223 students
Rank: #22.
Rockwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
821 Monroe St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7818
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7818
Grades: PK-5
| 231 students
Rank: #33.
Luther Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
205 Park St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-4465
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-4465
Grades: PK-5
| 226 students
Rank: #44.
Fort Atkinson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 S 4th St E
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7833
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7833
Grades: 6-8
| 504 students
Rank: #55.
Purdy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
719 S Main St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7822
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7822
Grades: PK-5
| 268 students
Rank: #66.
Fort Atkinson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
925 Lexington Blvd
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7811
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7811
Grades: 9-12
| 960 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fort Atkinson 4k
Magnet School
1000 Harriette St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7822
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7822
Grades: PK
| 96 students
Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Luther Alternative Ed School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
205 Park St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-7804
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-7804
Grades: 11-12
| 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fort Atkinson, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Fort Atkinson, WI include Barrie Elementary School, Rockwell Elementary School and Luther Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fort Atkinson?
7 public schools are located in Fort Atkinson.
What percentage of students in Fort Atkinson go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Fort Atkinson are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Fort Atkinson?
Fort Atkinson public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Fort Atkinson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Fort Atkinson include: Purdy Elementary School vs. Luther Elementary School, Purdy Elementary School vs. Barrie Elementary School, Luther Elementary School vs. Purdy Elementary School
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