For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 874 students in 54981, WI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 54981, WI are Chain Exploration Center and Waupaca Learning Center Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 54981 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in 54981, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54981, WI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chain Exploration Center
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
N3160 Silver Lake Dr
Waupaca, WI 54981
(715) 258-4151
Waupaca, WI 54981
(715) 258-4151
Gr: PK-8 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Waupaca Learning Center Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1515 Shoemaker Rd
Waupaca, WI 54981
(715) 258-4141
Waupaca, WI 54981
(715) 258-4141
Gr: PK-4 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
E2325 King Rd
Waupaca, WI 54981
(715) 258-4121
Waupaca, WI 54981
(715) 258-4121
Gr: PK | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 54981, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 54981, WI include Chain Exploration Center and Waupaca Learning Center Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 54981?
3 public preschools are located in 54981.
What is the racial composition of students in 54981?
54981 public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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