For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,401 students in 53140, WI (there are 2 private schools, serving 559 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 53140, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 53140, WI are Harvey Elementary School, Bose Elementary School and Harborside Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53140 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53140, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53140, WI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harvey Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2012 19th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4040
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4040
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
Rank: #22.
Bose Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 15th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4044
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-4044
Grades: PK-5
| 256 students
Rank: #33.
Harborside Academy
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
913 57th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-8400
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-8400
Grades: 6-12
| 611 students
Rank: #44.
Frank Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1816 57th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6324
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6324
Grades: PK-5
| 371 students
Rank: #55.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1716 35th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6346
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6346
Grades: PK-5
| 184 students
Rank: #66.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
811 Washington Rd
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6291
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6291
Grades: 6-8
| 352 students
Rank: #77.
Reuther Central High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
913 57th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6160
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6160
Grades: 9-12
| 353 students
53140, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2210 52nd St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 653-6305
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 653-6305
Grades: PK-5
| 220 students
2600 50th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-2300
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 361 students
2600 50th St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-2300
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 309 students
1832 43rd St
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6390
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-6390
Grades: PK-5
| 221 students
Kenosha Eschool K-12 (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1808 41st Pl
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-7715
Kenosha, WI 53140
(262) 359-7715
Grades: K-12
| 117 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53140, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53140, WI include Harvey Elementary School, Bose Elementary School and Harborside Academy.
How many public schools are located in 53140?
7 public schools are located in 53140.
What percentage of students in 53140 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 53140 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53140?
53140 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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