For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,641 students in Deforest, WI.
The top ranked public 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 schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Deforest have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Deforest, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Eagle Point Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | 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: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%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
Rank: #44.
De Forest Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
404 Yorktown Rd
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6000
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6000
Grades: 7-8
| 568 students
Rank: #55.
De Forest High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 Jefferson St
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6600
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,118 students
Rank: n/an/a
500 S Cleveland Ave
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6500
Deforest, WI 53532
(608) 842-6500
Grades: PK
| 295 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Deforest, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Deforest, WI include Eagle Point Elementary School, Harvest Intermediate School and Yahara Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Deforest?
6 public schools are located in Deforest.
What is the racial composition of students in Deforest?
Deforest public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Deforest are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Deforest include: Eagle Point Elementary School vs. Yahara Elementary School, Yahara Elementary School vs. Eagle Point Elementary School
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