For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 784 students in 54864, WI.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 54864 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 54864, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54864, WI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 elementary schools in 54864, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 54864, WI include Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 54864?
2 public elementary schools are located in 54864.
What is the racial composition of students in 54864?
54864 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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