For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,253 students in 54911, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54911, WI are Classical School, Einstein Middle School and Valley New School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 54911 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54911, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54911, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Classical School
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3310 N Durkee St
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5525
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5525
Gr: K-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Einstein Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
324 E Florida Ave
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5420
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5420
Gr: 7-8 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Valley New School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
122 E College Ave, Suite 2b
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5605
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5605
Gr: 7-12 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Wisconsin Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 W Capitol Dr
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5415
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5415
Gr: PK-12 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Kaleidoscope Academy
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
318 E Brewster St
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5430
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 852-5430
Gr: 6-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
54911, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
120 East Harris St
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 832-6136
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 832-6136
Gr: 6-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Appleton Cooperative Educational Center (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
320 S Walnut St
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 832-4396
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 832-4396
Gr: 4-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
318 E Brewster St
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 832-6294
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 832-6294
Gr: 7-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
120 East Harris St
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 832-4800
Appleton, WI 54911
(920) 832-4800
Gr: K-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 46:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54911, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54911, WI include Classical School, Einstein Middle School and Valley New School.
How many public middle schools are located in 54911?
5 public middle schools are located in 54911.
What is the racial composition of students in 54911?
54911 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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