For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 266 students in Clear Lake, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Clear Lake, WI is Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clear Lake, WI public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clear Lake have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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 Clear Lake, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
135 8th Ave
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2117
Clear Lake, WI 54005
(715) 263-2117
Gr: PK-6 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Clear Lake, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Clear Lake, WI include Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clear Lake?
1 public elementary schools are located in Clear Lake.
What is the racial composition of students in Clear Lake?
Clear Lake public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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