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Best Nekoosa Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,226 students in Nekoosa, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in Nekoosa, WI are Nekoosa Academy, Central Wisconsin Stem Academy and Wise Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nekoosa, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 38% statewide average). Schools in Nekoosa have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Nekoosa, WI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nekoosa Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
500 Cedar St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8060
Gr: 9-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Central Wisconsin Stem Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Gr: 6-8 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
Rank: #33.
Wise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8000
Gr: PK-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 73:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #44.
Humke Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
500 S Section St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8010
Gr: PK-3 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Alexander Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Gr: 4-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Nekoosa High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Cedar St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8060
Gr: 9-12 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Nekoosa, Wisconsin

Nekoosa, Wisconsin Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Nekoosa 4k (Closed 2023)
500 S Section St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8010
Gr: PK
Niikuusra Community School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
540 Birch St
Nekoosa, WI 54457
(715) 886-8040
Gr: 4-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Nekoosa, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Nekoosa, WI include Nekoosa Academy, Central Wisconsin Stem Academy and Wise Academy.
How many public schools are located in Nekoosa?
6 public schools are located in Nekoosa.
What is the racial composition of students in Nekoosa?
Nekoosa public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Nekoosa are often viewed compared to one another?

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