For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,134 students in 53711, WI (there are , serving 2,861 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 53711, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 53711, WI are Forest Edge Elementary School, Stoner Prairie Elementary School and Thoreau Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53711 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53711, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53711, WI 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Edge Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4848 Brassica Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 835-4600
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 835-4600
Gr: PK-6 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Stoner Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5830 Devoro Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4200
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4200
Gr: K-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Thoreau Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3870 Nakoma Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-6940
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-6940
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Huegel Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2601 Prairie Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-3100
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Cherokee Heights Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4301 Cherokee Dr
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-1240
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-1240
Gr: 6-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Savanna Oaks Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5890 Lacy Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4010
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4010
Gr: 6-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Toki Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5606 Russett Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-4740
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-4740
Gr: 6-8 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Orchard Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5602 Russett Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2320
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2320
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #99.
Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6323 Woodington Way
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2180
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-2180
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
502 Caromar Dr
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-6700
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-6700
Gr: PK-2 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53711, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53711, WI include Forest Edge Elementary School, Stoner Prairie Elementary School and Thoreau Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53711?
10 public schools are located in 53711.
What percentage of students in 53711 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 53711 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53711?
53711 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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