6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sheboygan, Wisconsin

33 schools · 18 Elementary · 5 Middle · 6 High · 4 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 24

Private: 9

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Estimated Scores: 30%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.4/10
Median household income: $70,070
Median home value: $202,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 29%
Avg commute: 18 min
Owner-occupied homes: 67%

How Sheboygan compares

Wisconsin rank

#172 of 324

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Wisconsin avg (6.4)

Median household income

$70k

90% of Wisconsin median

Schools in this city

33

About Schools in Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Sheboygan's public school system spans 24 ranked schools with a city average of 5.8 out of 10 — a moderate baseline that masks meaningful variation across the district. That spread matters for parents in research mode: the top quarter of schools performs well above the floor, with 6 of 24, or 25%, scoring 7 or higher. That concentration of strong performers gives families real options if they're willing to compare carefully rather than default to a neighborhood assignment.

Wilson Elementary leads the city at 8.3 out of 10, a score that stands well above the 5.8 average and signals consistent academic performance at the elementary level. Lake Country Academy, a charter school, follows at 7.7 — a result that puts it ahead of most traditional neighborhood schools in Sheboygan. Lincoln-Erdman Elementary (7.4), Etude Elementary (7.2), and Jackson Elementary (7.1) round out the top five, all clustered within a tight range and all operating at the elementary level.

That top-five composition tells a story worth sitting with. Sheboygan's strongest performers are concentrated in elementary grades, which means parents with younger children have the most differentiated choices. The charter sector adds a genuine alternative: Lake Country Academy's 7.7 score means families aren't limited to geography-driven assignment to access a high-performing school. Charter enrollment windows tend to close early, and Sheboygan is no exception — if Lake Country Academy is on your list, verify the application timeline before the fall cycle opens.

For parents still orienting to the landscape, the 25% figure is the clearest signal in the data. Three out of four ranked schools fall at or below the 5.8 city average, which makes the case for active school selection rather than passive assignment. Start with the six schools scoring 7 or above, map realistic commute options, and treat elementary choice as the decision with the longest runway — Sheboygan's gap between its top school and its average is wide enough to make it count.

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Elementary Schools

18 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Wilson Elementary 469 students · Pre-K–5th	469	Pre-K–5th	8.0
2	Lake Country Academy - Charter 458 students · Pre-K–8th	458	Pre-K–8th	7.6
3	Jackson Elementary 308 students · Pre-K–5th	308	Pre-K–5th	7.5
4	Lincoln-Erdman Elementary 402 students · Pre-K–5th	402	Pre-K–5th	7.2
5	James Madison Elementary 338 students · Pre-K–5th	338	Pre-K–5th	7.2
6	Etude Elementary 187 students · Pre-K–5th	187	Pre-K–5th	7.2
7	Longfellow Elementary 224 students · Pre-K–5th	224	Pre-K–5th	7.1
8	Grant Elementary 346 students · Pre-K–5th	346	Pre-K–5th	6.8
9	Pigeon River Elementary 243 students · Pre-K–5th	243	Pre-K–5th	6.5
10	Sheridan Elementary 268 students · Pre-K–5th	268	Pre-K–5th	5.9
11	Jefferson Elementary 239 students · Pre-K–5th	239	Pre-K–5th	5.3
12	Cooper Elementary 281 students · Pre-K–5th	281	Pre-K–5th	5.0
13	Sheboygan Leadership Academy 210 students · Pre-K–8th	210	Pre-K–8th	4.8
Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 102 students · Pre-K–8th	102	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON Private 100 students · Pre-K–8th	100	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	CHRIST CHILD ACADEMY Private 125 students · Pre-K–8th	125	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
4	BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 169 students · Pre-K–8th	169	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
5	TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 139 students · Pre-K–8th	139	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Etude Middle 86 students · 6th–8th	86	6th–8th	6.9
2	Farnsworth Middle 462 students · 6th–8th	462	6th–8th	6.4
3	Urban Middle 558 students · 6th–8th	558	6th–8th	6.1
4	Horace Mann Middle 599 students · 6th–8th	599	6th–8th	6.0
5	George D Warriner Middle 51 students · 6th–8th	51	6th–8th	4.7

High Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	George D Warriner High School for Personalized Learning 128 students · 9th–12th	128	9th–12th	5.5
2	Central High 180 students · 9th–12th	180	9th–12th	5.3
3	Etude High 88 students · 9th–12th	88	9th–12th	5.0
4	South High 1,123 students · 9th–12th	1,123	9th–12th	4.3
5	North High 1,500 students · 9th–12th	1,500	9th–12th	3.6
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	SHEBOYGAN AREA LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Private 222 students · 9th–12th	222	9th–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Early Learning Center 561 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	561	Pre-K–Pre-K	5.2
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	SHEBOYGAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 365 students · Pre-K–12th	365	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
2	ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 74 students · Pre-K–11th	74	Pre-K–11th	Not Rated
3	SHEBOYGAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 365 students · Pre-K–12th	365	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Sheboygan

Sheboygan, Wisconsin · 33 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$70,070

Median Home Value

$202,600

Median Rent

$934/mo

Population

64,891

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Community Profile

Sheboygan has a median household income of $70,070. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $202,600, with a median rent of $934/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Wisconsin
Total Schools: 33
Elementary: 18
Middle: 5
High: 6
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.4/10

Resources

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School District

Sheboygan Area School District

25 schools · 9,427 students

Nearby Cities

Kohler (3 schools)

3 mi

Sheboygan Falls (3 schools)

4 mi

Howards Grove (4 schools)

Cedar Grove (3 schools)

13 mi

Plymouth (8 schools)

13 mi

Elkhart Lake (2 schools)

16 mi

Random Lake (4 schools)

Manitowoc (20 schools)

Port Washington (5 schools)

25 mi

Other Major Cities in Wisconsin

Top metros statewide by school count.

Milwaukee 254 schools Madison 85 schools Green Bay 80 schools Appleton 52 schools Kenosha 47 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sheboygan, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

Sheboygan has 33 schools, including 24 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sheboygan is 6.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Sheboygan on MySchoolScout is St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sheboygan on MySchoolScout is St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked middle school in Sheboygan on MySchoolScout is Etude Middle with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best high school in Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked high school in Sheboygan on MySchoolScout is Sheboygan Area Lutheran High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

Sheboygan is served by 1 school district: Sheboygan Area School District.

What is the education level in Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Sheboygan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Sheboygan is approximately $70,070 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Sheboygan, Wisconsin?

Yes, Sheboygan has 9 private schools alongside 24 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School with a score of 9.2/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sheboygan is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sheboygan, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.