For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,108 students in Whitewater, WI (there are , serving 78 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Whitewater, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Whitewater, WI are Washington Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School and Jedi Virtual K-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whitewater, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Whitewater have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Whitewater, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
506 E Main St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8600
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
W8363 R And W Townline Rd
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8400
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8400
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Jedi Virtual K-12
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1221 Innovation Dr, Ste 219
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 473-1468
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 473-1468
Gr: PK-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
242 S Prince St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8500
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Whitewater Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 S Elizabeth St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8300
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8300
Gr: 6-8 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Whitewater High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
534 S Elizabeth St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8100
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
419 S Elizabeth St
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8713
Whitewater, WI 53190
(262) 472-8713
Gr: PK | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Whitewater, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Whitewater, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Whitewater, WI include Washington Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School and Jedi Virtual K-12.
How many public schools are located in Whitewater?
7 public schools are located in Whitewater.
What percentage of students in Whitewater go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Whitewater are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Whitewater?
Whitewater public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Whitewater are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Whitewater include: Lincoln Elementary School vs. Washington Elementary School, Lakeview Elementary School vs. Washington Elementary School, Washington Elementary School vs. Lakeview Elementary School
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