For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 505 students in 53817, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in 53817, WI are River Ridge Elementary School, River Ridge Middle School and River Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53817 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53817, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53817, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11165 County Highway P
Patch Grove, WI 53817
(608) 994-2715
Patch Grove, WI 53817
(608) 994-2715
Gr: PK-4 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
River Ridge Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11165 County Highway P
Patch Grove, WI 53817
(608) 994-2715
Patch Grove, WI 53817
(608) 994-2715
Gr: 5-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
River Ridge High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11165 County Highway P
Patch Grove, WI 53817
(608) 994-2715
Patch Grove, WI 53817
(608) 994-2715
Gr: 9-12 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53817, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53817, WI include River Ridge Elementary School, River Ridge Middle School and River Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 53817?
3 public schools are located in 53817.
What is the racial composition of students in 53817?
53817 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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