For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 541 students in 54005, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 5 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 54005, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 54005, WI are Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center, Clear Lake Junior High School and Clear Lake High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54005 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 54005, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54005, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
135 8th Ave
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2117
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2117
Gr: PK-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Clear Lake Junior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 3rd St Sw
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2113
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2113
Gr: 7-8 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Clear Lake High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 3rd St Sw
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2113
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2113
Gr: 9-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
54005, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1101 3rd St Sw
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2113
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2113
Gr: 9-12 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54005, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54005, WI include Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center, Clear Lake Junior High School and Clear Lake High School.
How many public schools are located in 54005?
3 public schools are located in 54005.
What percentage of students in 54005 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 54005 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54005?
54005 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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