For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,198 students in Cross Plains, WI.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cross Plains have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools 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 elementary schools in Cross Plains, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Cross Plains, WI include Park Elementary School and Glacier Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cross Plains?
2 public elementary schools are located in Cross Plains.
What is the racial composition of students in Cross Plains?
Cross Plains public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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