For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,142 students in 54487, WI (there are 1 private school, serving 109 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 54487, WI are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 54487, WI are Tomahawk Elementary School, Tomahawk High School and Tomahawk Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 54487 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Wisconsin public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 54487, WI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public school average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Best 54487, WI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tomahawk Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1048 E Kings Rd
Tomahawk, WI 54487
(715) 453-2126
Tomahawk, WI 54487
(715) 453-2126
Gr: PK-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Tomahawk High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1048 E Kings Rd
Tomahawk, WI 54487
(715) 453-2106
Tomahawk, WI 54487
(715) 453-2106
Gr: 9-12 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Tomahawk Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1048 E Kings Rd
Tomahawk, WI 54487
(715) 453-5371
Tomahawk, WI 54487
(715) 453-5371
Gr: 6-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 54487, WI?
The top-ranked public schools in 54487, WI include Tomahawk Elementary School, Tomahawk High School and Tomahawk Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 54487?
3 public schools are located in 54487.
What percentage of students in 54487 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 54487 are educated in public schools (compared to the WI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 54487?
54487 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
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