For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 462 students in 53538, WI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 53538, WI is Fort Atkinson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 53538 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 53538, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53538, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Atkinson Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
310 S 4th St E
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7833
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 563-7833
Gr: 6-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
53538, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Luther Alternative Ed School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
205 Park St
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-7804
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
(920) 568-7804
Gr: 11-12 | 19 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 53538, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 53538, WI include Fort Atkinson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 53538?
1 public middle schools are located in 53538.
What is the racial composition of students in 53538?
53538 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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