Best Iron County Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 430 students in Iron County, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Iron County, WI are Hurley High School and Mercer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Iron County, WI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in Iron County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Iron County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hurley High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5503 W Range View Dr
Hurley, WI 54534
(715) 407-4777
Gr: 6-12 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Mercer School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2690w Margaret St
Mercer, WI 54547
(715) 388-8266
Gr: PK-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Iron County, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Iron County, WI include Hurley High School and Mercer School.
How many public middle schools are located in Iron County?
2 public middle schools are located in Iron County.
What is the racial composition of students in Iron County?
Iron County public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public middle schools in Iron County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Iron County include: Hurley High School vs. Mercer School, Mercer School vs. Hurley High School

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