For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 353 students in 53587, WI.
The top ranked public schools in 53587, WI are Black Hawk Elementary School, Black Hawk Middle School and Black Hawk High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53587 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53587, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53587, WI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Black Hawk Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 E Center St
South Wayne, WI 53587
(608) 439-5444
South Wayne, WI 53587
(608) 439-5444
Grades: PK-5
| 169 students
Rank: #22.
Black Hawk Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
202 E Center St
South Wayne, WI 53587
(608) 439-5371
South Wayne, WI 53587
(608) 439-5371
Grades: 6-8
| 72 students
Rank: #33.
Black Hawk High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
202 E Center St
South Wayne, WI 53587
(608) 439-5371
South Wayne, WI 53587
(608) 439-5371
Grades: 9-12
| 112 students
53587, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Excel Charter School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
Po Box 303
South Wayne, WI 53587
(608) 439-5444
South Wayne, WI 53587
(608) 439-5444
Grades: 7-12
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53587, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53587, WI include Black Hawk Elementary School, Black Hawk Middle School and Black Hawk High School.
How many public schools are located in 53587?
3 public schools are located in 53587.
What is the racial composition of students in 53587?
53587 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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