For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,101 students in 54902, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,107 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 54902, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 54902, WI are Lakeside Elementary School, West High School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54902 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 54902, WI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 54902, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4991 S Us Highway 45
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0131
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0131
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
West High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
375 N Eagle St
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-4090
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-4090
Gr: 9-12 | 1,623 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1401 W 5th Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0078
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0078
Gr: K-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
244 W 11th Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0165
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0165
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Shapiro Stem Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1050 W 18th Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0164
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0164
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
910 N Sawyer St
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0411
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0411
Gr: K-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Tipler Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
325 S Eagle St
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0320
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0320
Gr: 4-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #88.
South Park Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1551 Delaware St
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0431
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-0431
Gr: 6-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
325 S Eagle St
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-1004
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 424-1004
Gr: PK | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54902, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54902, WI include Lakeside Elementary School, West High School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 54902?
9 public schools are located in 54902.
What percentage of students in 54902 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 54902 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54902?
54902 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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