For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,925 students in 53704, WI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 53704, WI are Lowell Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School and Isthmus Montessori Academy Public. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 53704 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 53704, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53704, WI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Maple Ave
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-6600
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2421 E Johnson St
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-2000
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Isthmus Montessori Academy Public
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1802 Pankratz St
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 661-8200
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 661-8200
Gr: PK-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Gompers Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1502 Wyoming Way
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-4520
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-4520
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Sandburg Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4114 Donald Dr
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-7940
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-7940
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Mendota Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4002 School Rd
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-7840
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-7840
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Lindbergh Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4500 Kennedy Rd
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-6500
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 204-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 53704, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 53704, WI include Lowell Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School and Isthmus Montessori Academy Public.
How many public preschools are located in 53704?
7 public preschools are located in 53704.
What is the racial composition of students in 53704?
53704 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.