For the 2025 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 5,680 students in 53081, WI (there are , serving 1,918 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 53081, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 53081, WI are Etude High School, Wilson Elementary School and Sheboygan Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53081 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53081, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53081, WI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Etude High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
834 Virginia Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0950
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0950
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1625 Wilson Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3688
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3688
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Sheboygan Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1305 St Clair Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 208-5930
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 208-5930
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
George D Warriner High School For Personalized Learning
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
830 Virginia Avenue
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0945
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0945
Gr: 9-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2530 Weeden Creek Rd
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3573
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3573
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
James Madison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2302 David Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3585
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3585
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #77.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1528 N 5th St
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3626
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3626
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Horace Mann Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2820 Union Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3666
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3666
Gr: 6-8 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
Etude Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
843 Jefferson Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0946
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0946
Gr: 6-8 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #1010.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1515 Heller Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3620
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3620
Gr: PK-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1111.
George D Warriner Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
830 Virginia Avenue
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0945
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0945
Gr: 6-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1212.
Farnsworth Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1017 Union Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3655
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3655
Gr: 6-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1313.
South High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1240 Washington Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3637
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3637
Gr: 9-12 | 1,123 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1414.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1412 Maryland Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3550
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3550
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1515.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
819 Kentucky Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3580
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1616.
Central High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
621 S Water St
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3520
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-3520
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
1227 Wilson Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-4330
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-4330
Gr: PK | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
53081, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
A2 Charter School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
2530 Weeden Creek Rd
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0949
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0949
Gr: 4-5 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
721 North 6th St
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0950
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 459-0950
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Success Academy Charter School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
721 N 6th St
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 946-2632
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 946-2632
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53081, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53081, WI include Etude High School, Wilson Elementary School and Sheboygan Leadership Academy.
How many public schools are located in 53081?
17 public schools are located in 53081.
What percentage of students in 53081 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 53081 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53081?
53081 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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