For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,460 students in 54729, WI (there are 6 private schools, serving 663 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 54729, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 54729, WI are Stillson Elementary School, Halmstad Elementary School and Southview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54729 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 54729, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 54729, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stillson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16556 50th Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2412
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2412
Gr: K-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Halmstad Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
565 E South Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2415
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2415
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Southview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
615 A St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2411
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2411
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Miles St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2405
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2405
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Chippewa Falls Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
750 Tropicana Blvd
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2400
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Chippewa Falls High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
735 Terrill St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2406
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2406
Gr: 9-12 | 1,451 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #77.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Jefferson Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-3750
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-3750
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Doc Chippewa Valley Correctional Treatm Ent Facility
Alternative School
2909 E Park Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 720-2850
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 720-2850
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
140 W Elm St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2416
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2416
Gr: PK | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 102:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Northern Wisconsin Center
Alternative School
2820 E Park Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(608) 267-5150
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(608) 267-5150
Gr: K-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
54729, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
County Alternative High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1130 Miles St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 723-5542
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 723-5542
Gr: 8-12 | 72 students Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54729, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54729, WI include Stillson Elementary School, Halmstad Elementary School and Southview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 54729?
10 public schools are located in 54729.
What percentage of students in 54729 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 54729 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54729?
54729 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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