For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 907 students in 53523, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in 53523, WI are Koshkonong Trails School, Cambridge Elementary School and Cambridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53523 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53523, 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 53523, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Koshkonong Trails School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
37 Oakland Rd
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-8040
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-8040
Gr: 7-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Cambridge Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
802 W Water St
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-9727
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-9727
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Cambridge High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
403 Blue Jay Way
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-3261
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-3261
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Nikolay Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 South St
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-7335
Cambridge, WI 53523
(608) 423-7335
Gr: 6-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53523, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53523, WI include Koshkonong Trails School, Cambridge Elementary School and Cambridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 53523?
4 public schools are located in 53523.
What is the racial composition of students in 53523?
53523 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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