For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,347 students in 53538, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53538, WI are Barrie Elementary School, Rockwell Elementary School and Luther Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 53538 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 53538, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53538, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barrie Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Harriette St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7817
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7817
Gr: K-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Rockwell Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
821 Monroe St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7818
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7818
Gr: K-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Luther Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 Park St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-4465
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-4465
Gr: K-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Purdy Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
719 S Main St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7822
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7822
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Fort Atkinson Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 S 4th St E
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7833
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7833
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 53538, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 53538, WI include Barrie Elementary School, Rockwell Elementary School and Luther Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 53538?
5 public elementary schools are located in 53538.
What is the racial composition of students in 53538?
53538 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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