For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 578 students in 54479, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in 54479, WI are Spencer Elementary School and Spencer Junior High/high. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54479 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 54479, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 and Black).
Best 54479, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spencer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 N School St
Spencer, WI 54479
(715) 659-4642
Spencer, WI 54479
(715) 659-4642
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Spencer Junior High/high
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 N School St
Spencer, WI 54479
(715) 659-4211
Spencer, WI 54479
(715) 659-4211
Gr: 6-12 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54479, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54479, WI include Spencer Elementary School and Spencer Junior High/high.
How many public schools are located in 54479?
2 public schools are located in 54479.
What is the racial composition of students in 54479?
54479 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 and Black).
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