Best Chippewa Falls Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,702 students in Chippewa Falls, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chippewa Falls, WI are Stillson Elementary School, Halmstad Elementary School and Southview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chippewa Falls, WI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Chippewa Falls have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Chippewa Falls, WI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stillson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
16556 50th Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2412
Gr: K-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Halmstad Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
565 E South Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2415
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Southview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
615 A St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2411
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1200 Miles St
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2405
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Chippewa Falls Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
750 Tropicana Blvd
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
501 Jefferson Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(715) 726-3750
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Northern Wisconsin Center
Alternative School
2820 E Park Ave
Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
(608) 267-5150
Gr: K-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Chippewa Falls, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Chippewa Falls, WI include Stillson Elementary School, Halmstad Elementary School and Southview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Chippewa Falls?
7 public elementary schools are located in Chippewa Falls.
What is the racial composition of students in Chippewa Falls?
Chippewa Falls public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Chippewa Falls are often viewed compared to one another?

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