For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,898 students in 54961, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 255 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 54961, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 54961, WI are Parkview Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and New London Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54961 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 54961, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 54961, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1300 Werner Allen Rd
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8538
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8538
Gr: PK-4 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 E Washington St
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8540
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8540
Gr: PK-4 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
New London Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 W Washington St
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8532
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8532
Gr: 5-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Sugar Bush Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
W10736 County Road Ww
New London, WI 54961
(715) 752-4135
New London, WI 54961
(715) 752-4135
Gr: PK-4 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Catalyst Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
709 S Shawano St
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8686
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8686
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
New London High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Klatt Rd
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8420
New London, WI 54961
(920) 982-8420
Gr: 9-12 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54961, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54961, WI include Parkview Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and New London Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 54961?
6 public schools are located in 54961.
What percentage of students in 54961 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 54961 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54961?
54961 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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