For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,470 students in 54401, WI.
The top-ranked public high school in 54401, WI is West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 54401 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 54401, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 54401 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54401, WI Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 W Wausau Ave
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-0850
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-0850
Gr: 9-12 | 1,470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
54401, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
700 W Strowbridge St
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-0265
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-0265
Gr: PK-K | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1
School Of Intern'l Studies At Meadowbrook (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
700 W Strowbridge St
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-2506
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-2506
Gr: PK | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Star Bright Charter (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
700 W Strowbridge St
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-2506
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-2506
Gr: PK | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 54401, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 54401, WI include West High School.
How many public high schools are located in 54401?
1 public high schools are located in 54401.
What is the racial composition of students in 54401?
54401 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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