Best Schools in Middleton, Wisconsin
12 schools · 8 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Middleton?
Use this page to compare every school in Middleton 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.
Pope Farm Elementary
Elementary · Middleton-cross Plains Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Elm Lawn Elementary
Elementary · Middleton-cross Plains Area School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Kromrey Middle
Middle · Middleton-cross Plains Area 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 Middleton for 2026 are Pope Farm Elementary (9.3/10), Elm Lawn Elementary (9.1/10), and Kromrey Middle (8.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
12
9 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$495,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
12
9 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$495,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.1/10 despite 18% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Middleton schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Middleton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pope Farm Elementary | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Elm Lawn Elementary | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Kromrey Middle | 8.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Northside Elementary | 8.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Madison Community Montessori | 8.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Sunset Ridge Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Sauk Trail Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Westside Christian School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Middleton High | 6.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Clark Street Community School | 5.5 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $97,241
- Median home value
- $495,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 65%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Middleton compares
Wisconsin rank
#61 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$97k
124% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Middleton, Wisconsin
Middleton, Wisconsin runs nine ranked public schools through a single district. The average score across those nine schools is 6.7 out of 10 — a workable baseline, though the spread matters. Only two schools, 22% of ranked schools, crack the 7-point threshold. That means district-level reputation tells only part of the story; individual school assignments carry real weight here.
The standout is Pope Farm Elementary, which scores 9.3 out of 10 — the highest-rated school in the city by a clear margin. That figure puts it well above the district average and marks it as one of the stronger elementary programs in the region. Kromrey Middle School follows at 8.5, giving families with younger children a high-performing pipeline through the middle grades. Together, these two schools define the upper tier of Middleton's public school landscape.
Performance steps down noticeably beyond those two. Clark Street Community School, the only high school in the ranked set, scores 6.3. Elm Lawn and Sunset Ridge elementaries land at 6.9 and 6.5 respectively — serviceable numbers, but a significant drop from Pope Farm's benchmark. Parents zoned to these schools should look into whether open enrollment or intra-district transfer options are available before finalizing a home address.
For relocating families, attendance boundaries matter more than the district's overall reputation. The nine-school footprint is compact enough that a few blocks can mean the difference between a 9.3 and a 6.3. The 22% rate of high-scoring schools signals that strong options exist — but they require deliberate targeting. Cross-referencing a prospective address against school boundary maps before signing a lease or closing on a home is the highest-leverage move a Middleton-bound parent can make.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 403 students · Pre-K–4th | 9.3 | ||
| 2 | 336 students · Pre-K–4th | 9.1 | ||
| 3 | 316 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.4 | ||
| 4 | 298 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.1 | ||
| 5 | 393 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.6 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Madison Community Montessori
Private
95 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.2 | ||
| 2 | Westside Christian School
Private
183 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.5 | ||
| 3 | St Peter Catholic School
Private
51 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,185 students · 5th–8th | 8.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,237 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 103 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 252 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.8 |
Schools in Middleton
Middleton, Wisconsin · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$97,241
Median Home Value
$495,600
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
29,488
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Community Profile
Middleton has a median household income of $97,241. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $495,600, with a median rent of $1,394/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Middleton, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Middleton, Wisconsin?
Middleton has 12 schools, including 9 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Middleton, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Middleton is 7.3 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 Middleton, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Middleton on MySchoolScout is Pope Farm Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Middleton, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Middleton on MySchoolScout is Pope Farm Elementary with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Middleton, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Middleton on MySchoolScout is Kromrey Middle with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Middleton, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Middleton on MySchoolScout is Middleton High with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Middleton, Wisconsin?
Middleton is served by 1 school district: Middleton-cross Plains Area School District.
What is the education level in Middleton, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 65% of adults in Middleton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Middleton, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Middleton is approximately $97,241 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Middleton, Wisconsin?
Yes, Middleton has 3 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Madison Community Montessori with a score of 8.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Middleton, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Middleton is 18.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Middleton, 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.