For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 2,720 students in Medford, WI.
The top ranked public preschools in Medford, WI are Medford Elementary School and Rural Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Medford, WI public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Medford have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Medford, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Medford Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1065 W Broadway Ave
Medford, WI 54451
(715) 748-2316
Medford, WI 54451
(715) 748-2316
Grades: PK-4
| 595 students
Rank: #22.
Rural Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
624 College St, Rm 104
Medford, WI 54451
(715) 748-4620
Medford, WI 54451
(715) 748-4620
Grades: PK-12
| 2,125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Medford, WI?
The top ranked public preschools in Medford, WI include Medford Elementary School and Rural Virtual Academy.
How many public preschools are located in Medford?
2 public preschools are located in Medford.
What is the racial composition of students in Medford?
Medford public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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