For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,103 students in 54220, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54220, WI are Wilson Middle School, Washington Middle School and Mckinley Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 54220 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54220, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54220, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilson Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 N 9th St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9580
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9580
Gr: 6-8 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Division St
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9570
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 663-9570
Gr: 6-8 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Mckinley Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1002 E Cedar Ave
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 686-4700
Manitowoc, WI 54220
(920) 686-4700
Gr: 1-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54220, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54220, WI include Wilson Middle School, Washington Middle School and Mckinley Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 54220?
3 public middle schools are located in 54220.
What is the racial composition of students in 54220?
54220 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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