For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,016 students in Oconto, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Oconto, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Oconto, WI are Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy, Bayshore Community Academy and Oconto Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oconto, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Oconto have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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 Oconto, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1717 Superior Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7814
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7814
Grades: 5-12
| 19 students
Rank: #22.
Bayshore Community Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Michigan Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7806
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7806
Grades: 5-8
| 78 students
Rank: #33.
Oconto Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Michigan Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7806
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7806
Grades: 5-8
| 300 students
Rank: #44.
Oconto High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1717 Superior Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7812
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7812
Grades: 9-12
| 265 students
Rank: #55.
Oconto Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
810 Scherer Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7808
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7808
Grades: PK-4
| 354 students
Oconto, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Oconto Literacy Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
810 Scherer Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7808
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7808
Grades: PK-2
| 131 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Oconto, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Oconto, WI include Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy, Bayshore Community Academy and Oconto Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Oconto?
5 public schools are located in Oconto.
What percentage of students in Oconto go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Oconto are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oconto?
Oconto public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Oconto are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Oconto include: Oconto High School vs. Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy
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