For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,549 students in 54452, WI.
The top ranked public high schools in 54452, WI are Merrill Adult Diploma Academy, Bridges Virtual Academy and Merrill High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 54452 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 54452, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 54452 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Merrill High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high school average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54452, WI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Merrill Adult Diploma Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1004 E 1st Street
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-1431
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-1431
Grades: 10-12
| 25 students
Rank: #22.
Bridges Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 N Sales St
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 539-8360
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 539-8360
Grades: PK-12
| 729 students
Rank: #33.
Merrill High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 N Sales St
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-4594
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-4594
Grades: 9-12
| 795 students
54452, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1914 Jackson St
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5432
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5432
Grades: K-5
| 175 students
W4165 Hwy 64
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-6101
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-6101
Grades: K-5
| 134 students
N1725 Sunset Dr
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5019
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5019
Grades: 1-5
| 81 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 54452, WI?
The top ranked public high schools in 54452, WI include Merrill Adult Diploma Academy, Bridges Virtual Academy and Merrill High School.
How many public high schools are located in 54452?
3 public high schools are located in 54452.
What is the racial composition of students in 54452?
54452 public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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