For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,660 students in Deforest, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Deforest, WI are Eagle Point Elementary School, Harvest Intermediate School and Yahara Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Deforest, WI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Deforest have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Deforest, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eagle Point Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
206 N Johnson St
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6200
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6200
Grades: PK-3
| 363 students
Rank: #22.
Harvest Intermediate School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6781 North Towne Rd
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6100
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6100
Grades: 4-6
| 950 students
Rank: #33.
Yahara Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
234 N Lexington Pkwy
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6400
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6400
Grades: K-3
| 347 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Deforest, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Deforest, WI include Eagle Point Elementary School, Harvest Intermediate School and Yahara Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Deforest?
3 public elementary schools are located in Deforest.
What is the racial composition of students in Deforest?
Deforest public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Deforest are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Deforest include: Eagle Point Elementary School vs. Yahara Elementary School, Yahara Elementary School vs. Eagle Point Elementary School
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