For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 784 students in Poplar, WI.
The top ranked public schools in Poplar, WI are Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Poplar, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Poplar have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Poplar, WI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10523 E Us Highway 2
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-2218
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-2218
Grades: 6-8
| 282 students
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10465 E Us Highway 2
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-8465
Poplar, WI 54864
(715) 364-8465
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Poplar, WI?
The top ranked public schools in Poplar, WI include Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Poplar?
2 public schools are located in Poplar.
What is the racial composition of students in Poplar?
Poplar public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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