For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 454 students in 54501, WI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 54501, WI is James Williams Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 54501 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54501, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54501, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Williams Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
915 Acacia Ln
Rhinelander, WI 54501
(715) 365-9220
Rhinelander, WI 54501
(715) 365-9220
Gr: 6-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54501, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54501, WI include James Williams Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 54501?
1 public middle schools are located in 54501.
What is the racial composition of students in 54501?
54501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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