For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,542 students in Medford, WI.
The top ranked public high schools in Medford, WI are Rural Virtual Academy and Medford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Medford, WI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Medford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Medford, WI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Medford High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high school average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Medford, WI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rural Virtual Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
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
| 1,850 students
Rank: #22.
Medford High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1015 W Broadway Ave
Medford, WI 54451
(715) 748-5951
Medford, WI 54451
(715) 748-5951
Grades: 9-12
| 692 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Medford, WI?
The top ranked public high schools in Medford, WI include Rural Virtual Academy and Medford High School.
How many public high schools are located in Medford?
2 public high schools are located in Medford.
What is the racial composition of students in Medford?
Medford public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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