For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 784 students in 54864, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in 54864, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 54864 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 54864, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54864, WI Public Schools (2026)
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
10523 E Us Highway 2
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-2218
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-2218
Gr: 6-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54864, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54864, WI include Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 54864?
2 public schools are located in 54864.
What is the racial composition of students in 54864?
54864 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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