For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 619 students in Spencer, WI.
The top-ranked public schools in Spencer, WI are Spencer Elementary School and Spencer Junior High/high. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Spencer, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Spencer have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Spencer, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spencer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 N School St
Spencer, WI 54479
(715) 659-4642
Spencer, WI 54479
(715) 659-4642
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Spencer Junior High/high
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 N School St
Spencer, WI 54479
(715) 659-4211
Spencer, WI 54479
(715) 659-4211
Gr: 6-12 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Spencer, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Spencer, WI include Spencer Elementary School and Spencer Junior High/high.
How many public schools are located in Spencer?
2 public schools are located in Spencer.
What is the racial composition of students in Spencer?
Spencer public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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