For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,198 students in Cross Plains, WI (there are , serving 185 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Cross Plains, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Cross Plains, WI are Park Elementary School and Glacier Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cross Plains, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Cross Plains have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Cross Plains, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1209 Park St
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9250
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9250
Gr: PK-4 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Glacier Creek Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2800 Military Road
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9420
Cross Plains, WI 53528
(608) 829-9420
Gr: 5-8 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cross Plains, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Cross Plains, WI include Park Elementary School and Glacier Creek Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Cross Plains?
2 public schools are located in Cross Plains.
What percentage of students in Cross Plains go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Cross Plains are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cross Plains?
Cross Plains public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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