For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 922 students in Oconto, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 36 private students). 96% 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, Oconto Middle School and Oconto Elementary 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 39% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Oconto have an average ranking of 4/10, 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).
Best Public Schools in Oconto, WI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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) 834-7812
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7812
Gr: 5-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Oconto Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Michigan Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7806
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7806
Gr: 5-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Oconto Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
810 Scherer Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7808
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7808
Gr: PK-4 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Oconto High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1717 Superior Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7812
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7812
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Oconto, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Oconto Literacy Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
810 Scherer Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7808
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7808
Gr: PK-2 | 131 students Minority enrollment: 7%
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, Oconto Middle School and Oconto Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oconto?
4 public schools are located in Oconto.
What percentage of students in Oconto go to public school?
96% 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).
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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