For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 582 students in Iola, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in Iola, WI are Iola-scandinavia Elementary School and Iola-scandinavia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Iola, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Iola have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Iola, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Iola-scandinavia Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
450 Division St
Iola, WI 54945
(715) 445-2411
Iola, WI 54945
(715) 445-2411
Gr: PK-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Iola-scandinavia High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
540 S Jackson St
Iola, WI 54945
(715) 445-2411
Iola, WI 54945
(715) 445-2411
Gr: 7-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Iola, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Iola, WI include Iola-scandinavia Elementary School and Iola-scandinavia High School.
How many public schools are located in Iola?
2 public schools are located in Iola.
What is the racial composition of students in Iola?
Iola public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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