For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 579 students in 54456, WI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 54456, WI are Neillsville Elementary School and Neillsville Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 54456 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 54456, WI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54456, WI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Neillsville Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
504 E 5th St
Neillsville, WI 54456
(715) 743-8710
Neillsville, WI 54456
(715) 743-8710
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Neillsville Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
504 E 5th St
Neillsville, WI 54456
(715) 743-3323
Neillsville, WI 54456
(715) 743-3323
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 54456, WI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 54456, WI include Neillsville Elementary School and Neillsville Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 54456?
2 public elementary schools are located in 54456.
What is the racial composition of students in 54456?
54456 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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