For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,108 students in Whitewater, WI (there are , serving 78 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Whitewater, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Whitewater, WI are Washington Elementary School, Jedi Virtual K-12 and Lakeview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whitewater, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Whitewater have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Whitewater, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
506 E Main St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8600
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8600
Grades: PK-5
| 308 students
Rank: #22.
Jedi Virtual K-12
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1221 Innovation Dr, Ste 219
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 473-1468
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 473-1468
Grades: PK-12
| 169 students
Rank: #33.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
W8363 R And W Townline Rd
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8400
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8400
Grades: PK-5
| 210 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
242 S Prince St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8500
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8500
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Rank: #55.
Whitewater Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Elizabeth St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8300
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8300
Grades: 6-8
| 431 students
Rank: #66.
Whitewater High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
534 S Elizabeth St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8100
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8100
Grades: 9-12
| 595 students
Rank: n/an/a
419 S Elizabeth St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8713
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8713
Grades: PK
| 12 students
Whitewater, Wisconsin 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1221 Innovation
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 473-1469
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 473-1469
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Whitewater, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Whitewater, WI include Washington Elementary School, Jedi Virtual K-12 and Lakeview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Whitewater?
7 public schools are located in Whitewater.
What percentage of students in Whitewater go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Whitewater are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Whitewater?
Whitewater public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Whitewater are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Whitewater include: Lincoln Elementary School vs. Washington Elementary School, Washington Elementary School vs. Lakeview Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School vs. Washington Elementary School
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