For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 283 students in 54153, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54153, WI are Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy and Oconto Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 54153 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54153, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54153, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1717 Superior Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7812
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7812
Gr: 5-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Oconto Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Michigan Ave
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7806
Oconto, WI 54153
(920) 834-7806
Gr: 5-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54153, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54153, WI include Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy and Oconto Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 54153?
2 public middle schools are located in 54153.
What is the racial composition of students in 54153?
54153 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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