- Oak Creek East Middle — 0.2 mi · Grades 6–8 · 935 students
- Edgewood Elementary — 0.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 389 students
- Oak Creek High — 0.8 mi · Grades 9–12 · 2,220 students
- Shepard Hills Elementary — 0.8 mi · Grades PK–5 · 419 students
- Carollton Elementary — 1.6 mi · Grades PK–5 · 376 students
- Meadowview Elementary — 1.6 mi · Grades PK–5 · 320 students
- Oak Creek West Middle — 2.0 mi · Grades 6–8 · 531 students
- Early Learning Academy — 2.3 mi · Grades PK–PK · 266 students
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| Metric | Oak Creek-Franklin School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 6,510 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 11 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,959/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 26% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Creek-Franklin School District (this district) | 7/10 | 68th | 6,510 |
| South Milwaukee School District | 2/10 | 10th | 2,773 |
| Racine School District | 1/10 | 4th | 16,182 |
| Cudahy School District | 2/10 | 12th | 2,093 |
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Ranked against 426 rated districts in WI → 68th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Wisconsin DPI Forward Exam, grades 3–8 Meeting/Advanced, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Oak Creek-Franklin School District
Families in zip code 53154 (Oak Creek, Wisconsin) are assigned to Oak Creek-Franklin School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
Oak Creek-Franklin School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 7/10, placing it in the above average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Wisconsin’s Forward Exam grades 3–8 assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Wisconsin is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Oak Creek-Franklin School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Wisconsin. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 53154
Children in zip code 53154 are assigned to Oak Creek-Franklin School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 53154, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Oak Creek-Franklin School District at (414)768-5880 or visit www.ocfsd.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Wisconsin districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Oak Creek
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Oak Creek-Franklin School District serves zip code 53154, homes in and around zip code 53154 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Wisconsin, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Oak Creek-Franklin School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 53154.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Oak Creek-Franklin School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 53154 data.