Wisconsin Schools & Education
School quality and education data for all 72 counties.
Avg Graduation Rate
91.8%
Avg Per-Pupil Spending
$8,113
Avg School Score
65/100
Total Schools
2,232
454 districts
State Overview
About Schools in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Graduation Rates Outpace the National Average
Wisconsin achieves an impressive 91.8% average graduation rate, significantly higher than the national average of 87.0%. Despite this success, the state spends just $8,113 per pupil, which sits nearly $5,000 below the national benchmark of $13,000.
Wide Performance Gaps Across 72 Diverse Counties
Educational quality varies across the state's 72 counties, with school scores ranging from a high of 64.2 down to 48.7. Ozaukee County leads the state with a 97.6% graduation rate, while Ashland County reports the lowest rate at 78.0%.
High Efficiency in State Education Spending
Wisconsin delivers a solid 56.9 average school score, outperforming the national median of 50.0 despite its lower-than-average investment. The state demonstrates a high return on investment, maintaining top-tier outcomes while spending $4,887 less per student than the national average.
Northern Counties Lead the State in Quality
Vilas, Bayfield, and Door counties represent the state's academic peak, with Vilas County earning the top school score of 64.2. These leaders combine graduation rates above 93% with per-pupil spending exceeding $10,000, roughly $2,000 more than the state average.
A Strong Educational Foundation with Geographic Peaks
Wisconsin remains a high-performing state for families, offering graduation rates that beat the national average in nearly every district. For the best performance, families should look to northern districts like Vilas County, while urban and northern rural hubs like Milwaukee and Ashland face tougher challenges.
Top Performing School Counties
All Wisconsin Counties
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.