For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,748 students in 54901, WI (there are 3 private schools, serving 566 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 54901, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 54901, WI are Menominee Elementary School, E Cook Elementary School and North High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54901 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 54901, WI have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 54901, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Menominee Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
915 Hazel Street
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 808-6440
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 808-6440
Gr: K-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
E Cook Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Hazel St
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0152
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0152
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
North High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 W Smith Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-7000
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,266 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Oaklawn Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
112 Viola Ave
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0170
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0170
Gr: K-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Read Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1120 Algoma Blvd
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0172
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0172
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Vel Phillips Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Kentucky St
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0177
Oshkosh, WI 54901
(920) 424-0177
Gr: 6-8 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54901, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54901, WI include Menominee Elementary School, E Cook Elementary School and North High School.
How many public schools are located in 54901?
6 public schools are located in 54901.
What percentage of students in 54901 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 54901 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54901?
54901 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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