For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,553 students in Marshfield, WI (there are 6 private schools, serving 840 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in Marshfield, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Marshfield, WI are Washington Elementary School, Nasonville Elementary School and Grant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marshfield, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Marshfield have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marshfield, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1112 W 11th St
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1238
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1238
Gr: PK-6 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Nasonville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11044 Us Highway 10
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 383-1312
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 383-1312
Gr: PK-6 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
425 W Upham St
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-4747
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-4747
Gr: K-6 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
510 N Palmetto Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-8181
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 384-8181
Gr: PK-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Marshfield High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1401 E Becker Rd
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-8464
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-8464
Gr: 9-12 | 1,181 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1621 S Felker Ave
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1296
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1296
Gr: PK-6 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Marshfield Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 E 4th St
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1249
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1249
Gr: 7-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
1010 E Fourth St
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1101
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1101
Gr: PK | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 53:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marshfield, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Marshfield, WI include Washington Elementary School, Nasonville Elementary School and Grant Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marshfield?
8 public schools are located in Marshfield.
What percentage of students in Marshfield go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in Marshfield are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marshfield?
Marshfield public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Marshfield are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Marshfield include: Nasonville Elementary School vs. Madison Elementary School, Madison Elementary School vs. Nasonville Elementary School
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