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Best Baraboo Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,495 students in Baraboo, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 401 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Baraboo, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Baraboo, WI are Willson Elementary School, East Elementary School and Al Behrman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Baraboo, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Baraboo have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Baraboo, WI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
146 Berkley Blvd
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3925
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
815 6th St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3920
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Al Behrman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
400 Mulberry St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3910
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Jack Young Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1531 Draper St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3930
Gr: 6-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Baraboo High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1201 Draper St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3940
Gr: 9-12 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
Baraboo Early Learning Cooperative
707 Center St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3905
Gr: PK | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Belc--renewal Head Start
707 Center St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3905
Gr: PK | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: n/an/a
West Elementary-kindergarten Center
707 Center St
Baraboo, WI 53913
(608) 355-3950
Gr: PK-K | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Baraboo, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Baraboo, WI include Willson Elementary School, East Elementary School and Al Behrman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Baraboo?
8 public schools are located in Baraboo.
What percentage of students in Baraboo go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Baraboo are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Baraboo?
Baraboo public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Baraboo are often viewed compared to one another?

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