For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 669 students in 54245, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 54245, WI are Valders Elementary School and Valders Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 54245 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 54245, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54245, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valders Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
331 W Wilson St
Valders, WI 54245
(920) 775-9510
Valders, WI 54245
(920) 775-9510
Gr: PK-4 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Valders Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
138 Jefferson St
Valders, WI 54245
(920) 775-9520
Valders, WI 54245
(920) 775-9520
Gr: 5-8 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 54245, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 54245, WI include Valders Elementary School and Valders Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 54245?
2 public elementary schools are located in 54245.
What is the racial composition of students in 54245?
54245 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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