For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,198 students in Cross Plains, WI (there are , serving 185 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Cross Plains, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Cross Plains, WI are Park Elementary School and Glacier Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cross Plains, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Cross Plains have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Cross Plains, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1209 Park St
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9250
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9250
Grades: PK-4
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Glacier Creek Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2800 Military Road
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9420
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9420
Grades: 5-8
| 948 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cross Plains, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Cross Plains, WI include Park Elementary School and Glacier Creek Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Cross Plains?
2 public schools are located in Cross Plains.
What percentage of students in Cross Plains go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Cross Plains are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cross Plains?
Cross Plains public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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