For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 126 students in 53561, WI.
The top ranked public school in 53561, WI is Merrimac Community. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 53561 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53561, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53561, WI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merrimac Community
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
360 School St
Merrimac, WI 53561
(608) 643-1995
Merrimac, WI 53561
(608) 643-1995
Gr: PK-5 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
53561, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
360 School St 9584
Merrimac, WI 53561
(608) 493-2217
Merrimac, WI 53561
(608) 493-2217
Gr: K-5 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 53561, WI?
The top ranked public schools in 53561, WI include Merrimac Community.
How many public schools are located in 53561?
1 public schools are located in 53561.
What is the racial composition of students in 53561?
53561 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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