For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,198 students in 53711, WI (there are 11 private schools, serving 2,776 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 53711, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 53711, WI are Forest Edge Elementary School, Stoner Prairie Elementary School and Thoreau Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53711 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53711, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53711, WI Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forest Edge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4848 Brassica Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 835-4600
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 835-4600
Grades: PK-6
| 385 students
Rank: #22.
Stoner Prairie Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5830 Devoro Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4200
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4200
Grades: K-5
| 381 students
Rank: #33.
Thoreau Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3870 Nakoma Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-6940
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-6940
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #44.
Huegel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Prairie Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-3100
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 434 students
Rank: #55.
Cherokee Heights Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4301 Cherokee Dr
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-1240
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-1240
Grades: 6-8
| 553 students
Rank: #66.
Savanna Oaks Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5890 Lacy Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4010
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4010
Grades: 6-8
| 394 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6323 Woodington Way
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2180
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2180
Grades: PK-5
| 430 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Orchard Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5602 Russett Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2320
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2320
Grades: PK-5
| 255 students
Rank: #99.
Toki Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5606 Russett Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-4740
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-4740
Grades: 6-8
| 578 students
Rank: n/an/a
Midvale Elementary School
Magnet School
502 Caromar Dr
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-6700
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-6700
Grades: PK-2
| 373 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53711, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53711, WI include Forest Edge Elementary School, Stoner Prairie Elementary School and Thoreau Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53711?
10 public schools are located in 53711.
What percentage of students in 53711 go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 53711 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53711?
53711 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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