For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,190 students in 53402, WI (there are , serving 1,916 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 53402, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 53402, WI are O Brown Elementary School, Red Apple Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53402 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53402, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53402, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
O Brown Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2115 5 1/2 Mile Rd
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6650
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6650
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Red Apple Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
914 Saint Patrick St
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 619-4500
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 619-4500
Gr: K-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
915 Romayne Ave
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-8300
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-8300
Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Janes Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1425 N Wisconsin St
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6550
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6550
Gr: PK-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Jerstad-agerholm School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3535 La Salle St
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6075
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6075
Gr: PK-8 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
53402, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3601 La Salle St
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6075
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6075
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
4748 Elizabeth St
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6450
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6450
Gr: PK-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
914 Saint Patrick St
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 631-7122
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 631-7122
Gr: PK | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
290 Jonsue Ln
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6125
Racine, WI 53402
(262) 664-6125
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53402, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53402, WI include O Brown Elementary School, Red Apple Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 53402?
5 public schools are located in 53402.
What percentage of students in 53402 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 53402 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 53402?
53402 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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