For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,038 students in 54665, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 253 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 54665, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 54665, WI are Viroqua Area Montessori School, Vernon County Area Better Futures High School and Laurel High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54665 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 54665, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 54665, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Viroqua Area Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
115 N Education Ave
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-7071
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-7071
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Vernon County Area Better Futures High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Blackhawk Dr
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-3191
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-3191
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #33.
Laurel High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Blackhawk Dr
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-3191
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-3191
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Viroqua Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Blackhawk Dr
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-3171
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-3171
Gr: 5-8 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Viroqua Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
115 N Education Ave
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-7071
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-7071
Gr: PK-4 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Viroqua High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Blackhawk Dr
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-3191
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608) 637-3191
Gr: 9-12 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54665, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54665, WI include Viroqua Area Montessori School, Vernon County Area Better Futures High School and Laurel High School.
How many public schools are located in 54665?
6 public schools are located in 54665.
What percentage of students in 54665 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 54665 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54665?
54665 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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