For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,783 students in 54481, WI (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,456 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 54481, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 54481, WI are Bannach Elementary School, Mcdill Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54481 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 54481, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54481, WI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bannach Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5400 Walter St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5668
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5668
Grades: K-6
| 373 students
Rank: #22.
Mcdill Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2516 School St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5420
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5420
Grades: K-6
| 335 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1800 East Ave
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5418
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5418
Grades: K-6
| 265 students
Rank: #44.
Charles F Fernandez Center Alt Learning
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1900 W Zinda Dr
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5592
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5592
Grades: 9-12
| 69 students
Rank: #55.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Maria Dr
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5419
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5419
Grades: K-6
| 339 students
Rank: #66.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3500 Prais St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5426
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5426
Grades: K-6
| 474 students
Rank: #77.
Stevens Point Area Senior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 N Point Dr
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5400
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5400
Grades: 10-12
| 1,458 students
Rank: #88.
Mckinley Center
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2926 Blaine St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5421
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5421
Grades: K-6
| 361 students
Rank: #99.
P J Jacobs Junior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Main St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5422
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5422
Grades: 7-9
| 700 students
Rank: #1010.
Benjamin Franklin Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Polk St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5413
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5413
Grades: 7-9
| 812 students
Rank: #1111.
Point Of Discovery School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 W Zinda Dr
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5566
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5566
Grades: 7-12
| 127 students
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Detention
Alternative School
1500 Strongs Ave
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 346-1263
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 346-1263
Grades: K-12
| 8 students
Rank: n/an/a
1900 Polk St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 343-6628
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 343-6628
Grades: PK
| 425 students
Rank: n/an/a
Preschool Options
Special Education School
1900 Polk St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-2773
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-2773
Grades: PK
| 37 students
54481, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2000 Polk St
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5620
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5620
Grades: 7-9
| n/a students
Esd High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1201 N Point Dr
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-7312
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-7312
Grades: 10-12
| 37 students
Jackson Environmental Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1900 W Zinda Dr
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5417
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5417
Grades: PK-6
| 342 students
Winnequah Middle School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1900 W Zinda Dr
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5417
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5417
Grades: PK-6
| 371 students
1201 North Point Dr
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5504
Stevens Point, WI 54481
(715) 345-5504
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 54481, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 54481, WI include Bannach Elementary School, Mcdill Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 54481?
14 public schools are located in 54481.
What percentage of students in 54481 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 54481 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54481?
54481 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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