Best Public Schools in Zip Code 54153

The 54153 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). While the schools in this area serve a predominantly white student population, the overall performance of the Oconto Unified School District is below average, ranking 302 out of 424 districts in Wisconsin.

The standout performer in the group is Oconto Middle School, which ranks in the top half of Wisconsin middle schools and has relatively strong test scores, particularly in 8th grade math, science, and social studies. Oconto High School also performs reasonably well, with a high 4-year graduation rate and low dropout rate, though its test scores are mixed. In contrast, the Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy, an alternative high school, stands out for its very low graduation rates, high dropout rates, and extremely high chronic absenteeism.

Across the schools, chronic absenteeism is a significant concern, ranging from 9.9% at Oconto Elementary to 65.2% at the Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy. Additionally, the alternative school has the lowest per-student spending and the highest student-teacher ratio, suggesting a need for more resources and support. Overall, the data paints a mixed picture of the schools in the 54153 zip code, with the middle school being the strongest performer and the alternative high school struggling the most.