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Best Schools in Greendale, Wisconsin

8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Public: 6
Private: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.0/10
Estimated Scores: 13%
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Choosing a school in Greendale?

Use this page to compare every school in Greendale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

College Park Elementary

9.3/10

Elementary · Greendale School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Canterbury Elementary

8.7/10

Elementary · Greendale School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Highland View Elementary

8.3/10

Elementary · Greendale School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Greendale for 2026 are College Park Elementary (9.3/10), Canterbury Elementary (8.7/10), and Highland View Elementary (8.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

8

6 public · 2 private

Avg Score

7.0

out of 10

Median Home

$288,400

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Greendale

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 College Park Elementary 9.3 / 10
2 Canterbury Elementary 8.7 / 10
3 Highland View Elementary 8.3 / 10
4 St Alphonsus School 7.9 / 10
5 Greendale Middle 7.8 / 10
6 Martin Luther High School 5.9 / 10
7 Greendale High 4.9 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.0/10

63% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$95,412

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$288,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
49%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
22 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
69%

Of occupied housing units

How Greendale compares

Wisconsin rank

#94 of 324

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.6

above Wisconsin avg (6.4)

Median household income

$95k

122% of Wisconsin median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Greendale, Wisconsin

Greendale, Wisconsin is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Greendale perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Greendale is College Park Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Greendale is served by 1 school district: Greendale School District. These districts collectively serve 2,609 students.

Greendale's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $95,412. The poverty rate in the area is 7.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 53129 (8)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 273 students · Kindergarten–5th 9.3
2 344 students · Pre-K–5th 8.7
3 379 students · Pre-K–5th 8.3
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 188 students · Pre-K–8th 7.9

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 613 students · 6th–8th 7.8

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 909 students · 9th–12th 4.9
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 629 students · 9th–12th 5.9

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 91 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 3.3

Schools in Greendale

Greendale, Wisconsin · 8 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$95,412

Median Home Value

$288,400

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

14,607

College Educated

49%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Community Profile

Greendale has a median household income of $95,412. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $288,400, with a median rent of $1,177/month. The local poverty rate of 7.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Greendale, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Greendale, Wisconsin?

Greendale has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Greendale, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Greendale is 7.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Greendale, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Greendale on MySchoolScout is College Park Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Greendale, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Greendale on MySchoolScout is College Park Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Greendale, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked middle school in Greendale on MySchoolScout is Greendale Middle with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best high school in Greendale, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked high school in Greendale on MySchoolScout is Martin Luther High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Greendale, Wisconsin?

Greendale is served by 1 school district: Greendale School District.

What is the education level in Greendale, Wisconsin?

According to Census data, 49% of adults in Greendale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Greendale, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Greendale is approximately $95,412 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Greendale, Wisconsin?

Yes, Greendale has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Alphonsus School with a score of 7.9/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Greendale, Wisconsin?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Greendale is 15.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Greendale, Wisconsin?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.