For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 583 students in 54457, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54457, WI are Central Wisconsin Stem Academy, Wise Academy and Alexander Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 54457 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54457, WI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54457, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 6-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
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
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 73:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Alexander Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Gr: 4-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
54457, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Niikuusra Community School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Gr: 4-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54457, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54457, WI include Central Wisconsin Stem Academy, Wise Academy and Alexander Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 54457?
3 public middle schools are located in 54457.
What is the racial composition of students in 54457?
54457 public middle schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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