For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 929 students in Nekoosa, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Nekoosa, 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.
Nekoosa, WI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Nekoosa have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Nekoosa, WI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
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
| 22 students
Rank: #22.
Wise Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
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
| 209 students
Rank: #33.
Humke Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 339 students
Rank: #44.
Alexander Middle School
Magnet 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
| 359 students
Nekoosa, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Niikuusra Community School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter 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 Nekoosa, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Nekoosa, WI include Central Wisconsin Stem Academy, Wise Academy and Humke Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Nekoosa?
4 public elementary schools are located in Nekoosa.
What is the racial composition of students in Nekoosa?
Nekoosa public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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