For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,364 students in 54868, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 54868, WI are Rice Lake Middle School, Hilltop Elementary School and Tainter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 54868 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 54868, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54868, WI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rice Lake Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
204 Cameron Rd
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-8156
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-8156
Grades: 5-8
| 610 students
Rank: #22.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
202 Cameron Rd
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-4998
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-4998
Grades: K-4
| 264 students
Rank: #33.
Tainter Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2201 Carrie Ave
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-8065
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-8065
Grades: PK-4
| 490 students
54868, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Barron County Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1107 Heart Island Parkway
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 736-3464
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 736-3464
Grades: 9-12
| 12 students
1011 S Main St
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-4591
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-4591
Grades: PK-5
| 98 students
205 E Orchard Beach Ln
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 434-5437
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 434-5437
Grades: PK
| 18 students
30 Phipps Ave
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-3145
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-3145
Grades: PK-4
| 150 students
608 West Marshall
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-5432
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-5432
Grades: PK
| 18 students
426 North Wilson Ave
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-7979
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-7979
Grades: 3-5
| 96 students
33 Ann St
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-8612
Rice Lake, WI 54868
(715) 234-8612
Grades: 9-12
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 54868, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 54868, WI include Rice Lake Middle School, Hilltop Elementary School and Tainter Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 54868?
3 public elementary schools are located in 54868.
What is the racial composition of students in 54868?
54868 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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