Best Schools in Oak Creek, Wisconsin
14 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Oak Creek?
Use this page to compare every school in Oak Creek 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.
Badger State Baptist School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Deerfield Elementary
Elementary · Oak Creek-franklin Joint School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Carollton Elementary
Elementary · Oak Creek-franklin Joint 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 Oak Creek for 2026 are Badger State Baptist School (9.0/10), Deerfield Elementary (8.3/10), and Carollton Elementary (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
14
11 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$305,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
14
11 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$305,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.3/10 despite 28% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.9 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 Oak Creek schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Oak Creek
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 14). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Badger State Baptist School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Deerfield Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Carollton Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Cedar Hills Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Oak Creek West Middle | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Meadowview Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Oak Creek East Middle | 7.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Forest Ridge Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Edgewood Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Shepard Hills Elementary | 7.1 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $93,120
- Median home value
- $305,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
71% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Oak Creek compares
Wisconsin rank
#79 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$93k
119% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
14
About Schools in Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Oak Creek, Wisconsin is home to 14 schools, including 11 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Oak Creek 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 Oak Creek is Badger State Baptist School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Oak Creek is served by 1 school district: Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District. These districts collectively serve 6,527 students.
Oak Creek's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $93,120. The poverty rate in the area is 4.4%.
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.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 372 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 385 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 307 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 4 | 311 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 5 | 422 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 6 | 382 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 7 | 421 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Grace Lutheran School
Private
74 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | St Matthew School
Private
187 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.1 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 537 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 895 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,223 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 272 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.8 | ||
| 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 | Badger State Baptist School
Private
133 students · Pre-K–12th | 9.0 | ||
Schools in Oak Creek
Oak Creek, Wisconsin · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$93,120
Median Home Value
$305,100
Median Rent
$1,397/mo
Population
36,473
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Oak Creek has a median household income of $93,120. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $305,100, with a median rent of $1,397/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Oak Creek, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
Oak Creek has 14 schools, including 11 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oak Creek is 7.1 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 Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Oak Creek on MySchoolScout is Badger State Baptist School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Oak Creek on MySchoolScout is Deerfield Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Oak Creek on MySchoolScout is Oak Creek West Middle with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Oak Creek on MySchoolScout is Oak Creek High with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
Oak Creek is served by 1 school district: Oak Creek-franklin Joint School District.
What is the education level in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Oak Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Oak Creek is approximately $93,120 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
Yes, Oak Creek has 3 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Badger State Baptist School with a score of 9.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oak Creek, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oak Creek is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oak Creek, 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.