For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 608 students in 54521, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54521, WI are School Of Options And Applied Research High School and Northland Pines Middle And High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 54521 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54521, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54521, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School Of Options And Applied Research High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 Pleasure Island Road
Eagle River, WI 54521
(715) 547-3619
Eagle River, WI 54521
(715) 547-3619
Gr: 8-12 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Northland Pines Middle And High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Pleasure Island Rd
Eagle River, WI 54521
(715) 479-4473
Eagle River, WI 54521
(715) 479-4473
Gr: 7-12 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54521, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54521, WI include School Of Options And Applied Research High School and Northland Pines Middle And High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 54521?
2 public middle schools are located in 54521.
What is the racial composition of students in 54521?
54521 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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