For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 975 students in 53520, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in 53520, WI are Ronald R Albrecht Elementary School, Brodhead Middle School and Brodhead High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53520 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 53520, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 53520, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ronald R Albrecht Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 21st St
Brodhead, WI 53520
(608) 897-2146
Brodhead, WI 53520
(608) 897-2146
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Brodhead Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2100 W 9th Ave
Brodhead, WI 53520
(608) 897-2184
Brodhead, WI 53520
(608) 897-2184
Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Brodhead High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2501 W 5th Ave
Brodhead, WI 53520
(608) 897-2155
Brodhead, WI 53520
(608) 897-2155
Gr: 9-12 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53520, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53520, WI include Ronald R Albrecht Elementary School, Brodhead Middle School and Brodhead High School.
How many public schools are located in 53520?
3 public schools are located in 53520.
What is the racial composition of students in 53520?
53520 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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