For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 918 students in 54457, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 54457, WI are Central Wisconsin Stem Academy, Wise Academy and Humke Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 54457 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 54457, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54457, WI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Grades: 6-8
| 32 students
Rank: #22.
Wise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8000
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8000
Grades: PK-12
| 218 students
Rank: #33.
Humke Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Section St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8010
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8010
Grades: PK-3
| 335 students
Rank: #44.
Alexander Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Grades: 4-8
| 333 students
54457, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Niikuusra Community School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Grades: 4-8
| 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 54457, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 54457, WI include Central Wisconsin Stem Academy, Wise Academy and Humke Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 54457?
4 public elementary schools are located in 54457.
What is the racial composition of students in 54457?
54457 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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