Best 53711 Wisconsin Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,373 students in 53711, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53711, WI are Cherokee Heights Middle School, Savanna Oaks Middle School and Toki Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 53711 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53711, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53711, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Heights Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4301 Cherokee Dr
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-1240
Gr: 6-8 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Savanna Oaks Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5890 Lacy Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 845-4010
Gr: 6-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Toki Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5606 Russett Rd
Madison, WI 53711
(608) 204-4740
Gr: 6-8 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53711, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53711, WI include Cherokee Heights Middle School, Savanna Oaks Middle School and Toki Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 53711?
3 public middle schools are located in 53711.
What is the racial composition of students in 53711?
53711 public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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