For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,226 students in Nekoosa, WI.
The top ranked public schools in Nekoosa, WI are Nekoosa Academy, Central Wisconsin Stem Academy and Wise Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nekoosa, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Nekoosa have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Nekoosa, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nekoosa Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Cedar St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8060
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8060
Grades: 9-12
| 29 students
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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
Grades: 4-8
| 333 students
Rank: #66.
Nekoosa High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 Cedar St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8060
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8060
Grades: 9-12
| 279 students
Nekoosa, 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 schools in Nekoosa, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Nekoosa, WI include Nekoosa Academy, Central Wisconsin Stem Academy and Wise Academy.
How many public schools are located in Nekoosa?
6 public schools are located in Nekoosa.
What is the racial composition of students in Nekoosa?
Nekoosa public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Nekoosa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Nekoosa include: Alexander Middle School vs. Central Wisconsin Stem Academy, Central Wisconsin Stem Academy vs. Alexander Middle School
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