For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 854 students in 53042, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53042, WI are Zielanis Elementary School and Kiel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53042 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53042, WI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53042, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zielanis Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1010 Adams St
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-2265
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-2265
Gr: PK-4 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Kiel Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
502 Paine St
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-2264
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-2264
Gr: 5-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Between The Lakes Virtual Academy
Charter School
416 Paine St
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-5169
Kiel, WI 53042
(920) 894-5169
Gr: PK-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53042, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53042, WI include Zielanis Elementary School and Kiel Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53042?
3 public elementary schools are located in 53042.
What is the racial composition of students in 53042?
53042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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