For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,920 students in Onalaska, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 636 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Onalaska, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Onalaska, WI are Eagle Bluff Elementary School, Pertzsch Elementary School and Northern Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Onalaska, WI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in Onalaska have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Onalaska, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Bluff Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Eagle Bluff Ct
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-2453
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-2453
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Pertzsch Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
524 Main St
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-5644
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-5644
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Northern Hills Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
910 East Ave N
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-4542
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-4542
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Onalaska High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Wilson St
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-4561
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-4561
Gr: 9-12 | 925 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Onalaska Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
707 8th Ave N
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-5366
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-5366
Gr: 6-8 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Eagle Bluff Ct
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-2453
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 783-2453
Gr: PK | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Onalaska, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in Onalaska, WI include Eagle Bluff Elementary School, Pertzsch Elementary School and Northern Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Onalaska?
6 public schools are located in Onalaska.
What percentage of students in Onalaska go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Onalaska are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Onalaska?
Onalaska public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Onalaska are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Onalaska include: Northern Hills Elementary School vs. Pertzsch Elementary School, Pertzsch Elementary School vs. Northern Hills Elementary School, Northern Hills Elementary School vs. Eagle Bluff Elementary School
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