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Best 53901 Wisconsin Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 630 students in 53901, WI.
The top-ranked public high schools in 53901, WI are Portage Academy Of Achievement and Portage High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 53901 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in 53901, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 53901 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Portage High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 53901, WI Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portage Academy Of Achievement
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2505 New Pinery Rd
Portage, WI 53901
(608) 742-2165
Gr: 9-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Portage High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
301 E Collins St
Portage, WI 53901
(608) 742-8545
Gr: 9-12 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
Doc Columbia Correctional Institution
Alternative School
2925 Columbia Dr
Portage, WI 53901
(608) 742-9100
Gr: 11-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 53901, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in 53901, WI include Portage Academy Of Achievement and Portage High School.
How many public high schools are located in 53901?
3 public high schools are located in 53901.
What is the racial composition of students in 53901?
53901 public high schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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