Best 54701 Wisconsin Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 944 students in 54701, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54701, WI are South Middle School and Eau Claire Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 54701 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54701, WI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 54701, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2115 Mitscher Ave
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 852-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Eau Claire Virtual School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Main St
Eau Claire, WI 54701
(715) 852-3001
Gr: K-12 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54701, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54701, WI include South Middle School and Eau Claire Virtual School.
How many public middle schools are located in 54701?
2 public middle schools are located in 54701.
What is the racial composition of students in 54701?
54701 public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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