For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 686 students in 53185, WI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 53185, WI are Washington Elementary School and Fox River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 53185 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53185, WI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53185, WI Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8937 Big Bend Rd
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 662-3466
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 662-3466
Grades: PK-8
| 197 students
Rank: #22.
Fox River Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
921 W Main St
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8240
Waterford, WI 53185
(262) 514-8240
Grades: 6-8
| 489 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 53185, WI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 53185, WI include Washington Elementary School and Fox River Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 53185?
2 public middle schools are located in 53185.
What is the racial composition of students in 53185?
53185 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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