Best 54401 Wisconsin Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,018 students in 54401, WI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 54401, WI is John Muir Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 54401 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54401, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 54401, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Muir Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1400 W Stewart Ave
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 261-0100
Gr: 6-8 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Red Granite Charter School Inc
Charter School
1800 N 1st Ave
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 281-4776
Gr: PK-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54401, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54401, WI include John Muir Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 54401?
2 public middle schools are located in 54401.
What is the racial composition of students in 54401?
54401 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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