Barron County Schools & Education
Barron County, Wisconsin
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
62/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
91.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,148
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,113
School Score
62/100
Higher = better
State avg 65/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#50
of 72 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Barron County
School Verdict
Barron County performs at an average level with a school score of 62/100 and a solid graduation rate of 91.0%.
Funding Context
Barron County spends $8,148 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Barron County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 4% below the Wisconsin average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 0.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Barron County, Wisconsin
A Broad Network of Local Schools
Barron County features 36 public schools across eight districts, serving a total of 7,476 students. The landscape is diverse, including 11 elementary, 10 high, and eight middle schools.
Strong Investment and Steady Outcomes
The county earns a 56.5 school score and maintains a graduation rate of 91.0%. Per-pupil spending of $8,148 is slightly higher than the state average, reflecting a consistent commitment to education.
Rice Lake Area District Leads Enrollment
Rice Lake Area School District is the largest, managing 2,186 students across seven schools. Charter schools are highly prevalent here, making up over 22% of all schools in the county.
A Mix of Rural and Town Life
The county hosts 26 rural schools and 10 town-based campuses with an average size of 214 students. Rice Lake High is the largest hub with 714 students, while many smaller campuses provide intimate learning environments.
Building a Future in Barron County
A high concentration of charter schools provides families with numerous educational choices. Explore homes in the Rice Lake or Barron districts to find a community that values school quality.
School Overview
Total Schools
36
in Barron County
Total Enrollment
7,476
students
School Districts
8
districts
Charter Schools
8
22% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
8 School Districts in Barron County
Rice Lake Area School District
Cameron School District
Barron Area School District
Cumberland School District
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District
Turtle Lake School District
Prairie Farm Public School District
New Auburn School District
36 Public Schools in Barron County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice Lake High | Rice Lake Area School District | 9–12 | High | 714 |
| Rice Lake Middle | Rice Lake Area School District | 5–8 | Middle | 601 |
| Tainter Elementary | Rice Lake Area School District | PK–4 | Primary | 481 |
| Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Roselawn Elementary | Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District | PK–5 | Primary | 477 |
| Cameron Elementary | Cameron School District | PK–4 | Primary | 422 |
| Cumberland Elementary | Cumberland School District | PK–4 | Primary | 359 |
| Cameron Middle | Cameron School District | 5–8 | Middle | 330 |
| Riverview Middle | Barron Area School District | 5–8 | Middle | 317 |
| Woodland Elementary | Barron Area School District | PK–4 | Primary | 317 |
| Barron High | Barron Area School District | 9–12 | High | 316 |
| Cumberland High | Cumberland School District | 9–12 | High | 299 |
| Cameron High | Cameron School District | 9–12 | High | 276 |
| Cumberland Middle | Cumberland School District | 5–8 | Middle | 276 |
| Hilltop Elementary | Rice Lake Area School District | KG–4 | Primary | 262 |
| Chetek-Weyerhaeuser High | Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District | 9–12 | High | 243 |
| Turtle Lake Elementary | Turtle Lake School District | PK–5 | Primary | 235 |
| Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Middle | Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District | 6–8 | Middle | 207 |
| Prairie Farm Elementary | Prairie Farm Public School District | PK–5 | Primary | 163 |
| New Auburn Elementary | New Auburn School District | PK–5 | Primary | 130 |
| Prairie Farm High | Prairie Farm Public School District | 9–12 | High | 125 |
Chetek-Weyerhaeuser Area School District
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,148
State avg $8,113
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Barron County, Wisconsin — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Barron County, Wisconsin?
Barron County features 36 public schools across eight districts, serving a total of 7,476 students. The landscape is diverse, including 11 elementary, 10 high, and eight middle schools.
How do schools in Barron County perform academically?
The county earns a 56.5 school score and maintains a graduation rate of 91.0%. Per-pupil spending of $8,148 is slightly higher than the state average, reflecting a consistent commitment to education.
What are the major school districts in Barron County, Wisconsin?
Rice Lake Area School District is the largest, managing 2,186 students across seven schools. Charter schools are highly prevalent here, making up over 22% of all schools in the county.
What is the school experience like in Barron County?
The county hosts 26 rural schools and 10 town-based campuses with an average size of 214 students. Rice Lake High is the largest hub with 714 students, while many smaller campuses provide intimate learning environments.
How can I find homes near good schools in Barron County, Wisconsin?
A high concentration of charter schools provides families with numerous educational choices. Explore homes in the Rice Lake or Barron districts to find a community that values school quality.
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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.