For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 543 students in 53235, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 53235, WI are Willow Glen Primary School and Deer Creek Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53235 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53235, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53235, WI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Willow Glen Primary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2600 E Bolivar Ave
Saint Francis, WI 53235
(414) 486-6300
Saint Francis, WI 53235
(414) 486-6300
Grades: PK-3
| 239 students
Rank: #22.
Deer Creek Intermediate
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3680 S Kinnickinnic Ave
Saint Francis, WI 53235
(414) 482-8400
Saint Francis, WI 53235
(414) 482-8400
Grades: 4-8
| 304 students
53235, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Horizon Academy (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
4225 S Lake Dr
Saint Francis, WI 53235
(414) 801-7636
Saint Francis, WI 53235
(414) 801-7636
Grades: 9-12
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 53235, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 53235, WI include Willow Glen Primary School and Deer Creek Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53235?
2 public elementary schools are located in 53235.
What is the racial composition of students in 53235?
53235 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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