For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,977 students in 54901, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 54901, WI are Washington Elementary School, E Cook Elementary School and Oaklawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 54901 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 54901, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54901, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
929 Winnebago Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0190
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0190
Gr: K-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
E Cook Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Hazel St
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0152
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0152
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Oaklawn Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
112 Viola Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0170
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0170
Gr: K-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Read Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1120 Algoma Blvd
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0172
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0172
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Vel Phillips Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Kentucky St
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0177
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0177
Gr: 6-8 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
54901, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jackson Street School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4311 Jackson St
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0113
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0113
Gr: 6-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
405 Washington Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 232-0673
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 232-0673
Gr: 7-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
608 Algoma Blvd
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0167
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0167
Gr: PK-5 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
108 W New York Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0420
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0420
Gr: K-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
108 W New York Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0460
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0460
Gr: K-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
915 Hazel St
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0442
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0442
Gr: 6-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 54901, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 54901, WI include Washington Elementary School, E Cook Elementary School and Oaklawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 54901?
5 public elementary schools are located in 54901.
What is the racial composition of students in 54901?
54901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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