For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 357 students in 53960, WI.
The top ranked public schools in 53960, WI are Rio Elementary School and Rio Middle/high. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 53960 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53960, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53960, WI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rio Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
355 Lowville Rd
Rio, WI 53960
(920) 992-3143
Rio, WI 53960
(920) 992-3143
Grades: PK-5
| 170 students
Rank: #22.
Rio Middle/high
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
411 Church St
Rio, WI 53960
(920) 992-3141
Rio, WI 53960
(920) 992-3141
Grades: 6-12
| 187 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53960, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53960, WI include Rio Elementary School and Rio Middle/high.
How many public schools are located in 53960?
2 public schools are located in 53960.
What is the racial composition of students in 53960?
53960 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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