For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 126 students in 53561, WI.
The top-ranked public school in 53561, WI is Merrimac Community. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 53561 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in 53561, WI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 53561, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merrimac Community
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
360 School St
Merrimac, WI 53561
(608) 643-1995
Merrimac, WI 53561
(608) 643-1995
Gr: PK-5 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
53561, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
360 School St 9584
Merrimac, WI 53561
(608) 493-2217
Merrimac, WI 53561
(608) 493-2217
Gr: K-5 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 53561, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 53561, WI include Merrimac Community.
How many public schools are located in 53561?
1 public schools are located in 53561.
What is the racial composition of students in 53561?
53561 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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