For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,896 students in Jackson County, WI.
The top ranked public schools in Jackson County, WI are Melrose-mindoro Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Lincoln Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson County, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Jackson County have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Jackson County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melrose-mindoro Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
N181 State Hwy 108
Melrose, WI 54642
(608) 488-2201
Melrose, WI 54642
(608) 488-2201
Gr: PK-6 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
207 E Pearl St
Merrillan, WI 54754
(715) 333-2911
Merrillan, WI 54754
(715) 333-2911
Gr: PK-6 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Jr/sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
124 S School St
Alma Center, WI 54611
(715) 964-5311
Alma Center, WI 54611
(715) 964-5311
Gr: 7-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Red Creek Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
410 County Road A
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-7155
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-7155
Gr: 2-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Melrose-mindoro Junior/senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
N181 State Road 108
Melrose, WI 54642
(608) 488-2201
Melrose, WI 54642
(608) 488-2201
Gr: 7-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #66.
Black River Falls Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Pierce St
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-5315
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-5315
Gr: 6-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Black River Falls High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Pierce St
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-4324
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-4324
Gr: 9-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Black River Correctional Center
Alternative School
W6898 E Staffon Rd
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 333-5681
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 333-5681
Gr: 12
Rank: n/an/a
720 Forrest St
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-9406
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-9406
Gr: PK-1 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson Correctional Institution
Alternative School
N6500 Haiper Rd
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-7360
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-7360
Gr: 12
Jackson County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 N 4th St
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-4324
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-4324
Gr: 10-12
411 Gebhardt Rd
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-5125
Black River Falls, WI 54615
(715) 284-5125
Gr: 4-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Jackson County, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Jackson County, WI include Melrose-mindoro Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Lincoln Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Jackson County?
10 public schools are located in Jackson County.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson County?
Jackson County public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Jackson County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Jackson County include: Melrose-mindoro Junior/senior High School vs. Black River Falls High School, Lincoln Jr/sr High School vs. Black River Falls High School, Black River Falls High School vs. Melrose-mindoro Junior/senior High School
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