For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 804 students in Poplar, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in Poplar, WI are Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Poplar, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Poplar have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Poplar, WI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10465 E Us Highway 2
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-2218
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-2218
Gr: 6-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10465 E Us Highway 2
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-8465
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-8465
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Poplar, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Poplar, WI include Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Poplar?
2 public schools are located in Poplar.
What is the racial composition of students in Poplar?
Poplar public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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