For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 59 students in Almena, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in Almena, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in Almena, WI is Barron Area Montessori School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Almena, WI public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Almena have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Almena, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barron Area Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
230 Lulu Avenue
Almena, WI 54805
(715) 357-3263
Almena, WI 54805
(715) 357-3263
Gr: PK-6 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Almena, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Almena, WI include Barron Area Montessori School.
How many public schools are located in Almena?
1 public schools are located in Almena.
What percentage of students in Almena go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in Almena are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Almena?
Almena public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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