For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,895 students in 54452, WI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 54452, WI are Kate Goodrich Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Bridges Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 54452 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 38% statewide average). Elementary schools in 54452, WI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Wisconsin public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54452, WI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kate Goodrich Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 W 10th St
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5233
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5233
Gr: K-2 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1900 E 6th St
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-2373
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-2373
Gr: 3-4 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Bridges Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 N Sales St
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 539-8360
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 539-8360
Gr: PK-12 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Prairie River Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
106 N Polk St
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-9593
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-9593
Gr: 5-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
54452, Wisconsin 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1914 Jackson St
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5432
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5432
Gr: K-5 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
W4165 Hwy 64
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-6101
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-6101
Gr: K-5 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
N1725 Sunset Dr
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5019
Merrill, WI 54452
(715) 536-5019
Gr: 1-5 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 54452, WI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 54452, WI include Kate Goodrich Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Bridges Virtual Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 54452?
4 public elementary schools are located in 54452.
What is the racial composition of students in 54452?
54452 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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