Marathon County Schools & Education
Marathon County, Wisconsin
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
73/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
94.6%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
94.6%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 91.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,894
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,113
School Score
73/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 65/100
State Score Position
#16
of 72 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Marathon County
Measured School Summary
Marathon County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 73/100 and a graduation rate of 94.6%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
At $7,894 per pupil, Marathon County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 12% above the Wisconsin average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 3% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Marathon County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
51 public schools and 8 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
73/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #16 of 72 Wisconsin counties with school score data.
Completion
94.6%
2.8 pts above the state average
Funding context
$7,894
$219 below the state average
School coverage
51
8 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Marathon County has 51 public schools across 8 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Marathon County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Large multi-district county
Marathon County has many school records across many districts. County averages are only the opening screen; neighborhood-level assignment and grade-band fit matter more here.
State position
#16
of 72 Wisconsin counties with school score data. The county score is 8 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Wausau School District
Elementary to high school visible
7,899 students
20 listed schools in this county slice.
D C Everest Area School District
Elementary to high school visible
6,000 students
13 listed schools in this county slice.
Mosinee School District
Elementary to high school visible
1,940 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
Stratford School District
Elementary to high school visible
799 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Wausau School District is the largest listed district slice, with 20 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Marathon County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Marathon County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Marathon County, Wisconsin
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
The Premier Education Hub of Central Wisconsin
Marathon County boasts a massive educational infrastructure of 51 schools serving 19,039 students. This expansive network includes 28 elementary, 8 middle, and 11 high schools spread across eight districts. It is one of the most comprehensive school systems in the state of Wisconsin.
Powerhouse Districts and School Choice
The Wausau School District is the largest, educating 7,899 students, followed closely by D C Everest Area with 6,000 students. Six charter schools operate in the county, providing diverse options for over 11% of the school population. These districts offer everything from alternative learning to elite athletics.
From Urban Centers to Rural Outposts
The county features an incredibly diverse mix of settings, with 21 schools in city locales and 25 in rural areas. Wausau West High is the largest campus with ,1446 students, while many rural schools remain much smaller. This allows families to choose between a bustling city high school or a quiet rural elementary.
School Overview
Total Schools
51
in Marathon County
Reported Enrollment
19,039
51 schools reporting
School Districts
8
districts
Charter Schools
6
12% of total
School Level Breakdown
8 School Districts in Marathon County
Wausau School District
GuideD C Everest Area School District
GuideMosinee School District
Stratford School District
Marathon City School District
Spencer School District
Edgar School District
Athens School District
51 Public Schools in Marathon County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 3 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 51 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West High | Profile | Wausau School District | Wausau, 54401City: Small | 9–12 | High | 1,446 |
| D C Everest High | Profile | D C Everest Area School District | Weston, 54476City: Small | 10–12 | High | 1,311 |
| John Muir Middle | Profile | Wausau School District | Wausau, 54401City: Small | 6–8 | Middle | 1,006 |
| East High | Record | Wausau School District | Wausau, 54403Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 902 |
| D C Everest Junior High | Record | D C Everest Area School District | Weston, 54476City: Small | 8–9 | Other | 872 |
| D C Everest Middle | Record | D C Everest Area School District | Weston, 54476City: Small | 6–7 | Middle | 833 |
| Mosinee Middle | Record | Mosinee School District | Mosinee, 54455Suburb: Small | 4–8 | Middle | 687 |
| Horace Mann Middle | Record | Wausau School District | Wausau, 54403Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 683 |
| Mosinee Elementary | Record | Mosinee School District | Mosinee, 54455Suburb: Small | PK–3 | Primary | 650 |
| Mosinee High | Record | Mosinee School District | Mosinee, 54455Suburb: Small | 9–12 | High | 603 |
| G D Jones Elementary | Record | Wausau School District | Wausau, 54401City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 539 |
| Weston Elementary | Record | D C Everest Area School District | Weston, 54476City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 532 |
| Riverside Elementary | Record | D C Everest Area School District | Ringle, 54471Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 490 |
| Mountain Bay Elementary | Record | D C Everest Area School District | Weston, 54476City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 480 |
| Riverview Elementary | Record | Wausau School District | Wausau, 54403City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 480 |
| Evergreen Elementary | Record | D C Everest Area School District | Rothschild, 54474Suburb: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 445 |
| Rothschild Elementary | Record | D C Everest Area School District | Rothschild, 54474Suburb: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 403 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary | Record | Wausau School District | Wausau, 54401City: Small | PK–5 | Primary | 384 |
| Spencer Junior High/High | Record | Spencer School District | Spencer, 54479Rural: Distant | 6–12 | High | 360 |
| Stratford Elementary | Record | Stratford School District | Stratford, 54484Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 340 |
West High
Wausau School District
Wausau, 54401 / City: Small
D C Everest High
D C Everest Area School District
Weston, 54476 / City: Small
John Muir Middle
Wausau School District
Wausau, 54401 / City: Small
D C Everest Junior High
D C Everest Area School District
Weston, 54476 / City: Small
D C Everest Middle
D C Everest Area School District
Weston, 54476 / City: Small
Mosinee Elementary
Mosinee School District
Mosinee, 54455 / Suburb: Small
Weston Elementary
D C Everest Area School District
Weston, 54476 / City: Small
Riverside Elementary
D C Everest Area School District
Ringle, 54471 / Rural: Fringe
Mountain Bay Elementary
D C Everest Area School District
Weston, 54476 / City: Small
Evergreen Elementary
D C Everest Area School District
Rothschild, 54474 / Suburb: Small
Rothschild Elementary
D C Everest Area School District
Rothschild, 54474 / Suburb: Small
Thomas Jefferson Elementary
Wausau School District
Wausau, 54401 / City: Small
Spencer Junior High/High
Spencer School District
Spencer, 54479 / Rural: Distant
Stratford Elementary
Stratford School District
Stratford, 54484 / Rural: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,894
State avg $8,113
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Schools in Marathon County, Wisconsin — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Marathon County, Wisconsin?
Marathon County boasts a massive educational infrastructure of 51 schools serving 19,039 students. This expansive network includes 28 elementary, 8 middle, and 11 high schools spread across eight districts. It is one of the most comprehensive school systems in the state of Wisconsin.
What are the major school districts in Marathon County, Wisconsin?
The Wausau School District is the largest, educating 7,899 students, followed closely by D C Everest Area with 6,000 students. Six charter schools operate in the county, providing diverse options for over 11% of the school population. These districts offer everything from alternative learning to elite athletics.
What is the school experience like in Marathon County?
The county features an incredibly diverse mix of settings, with 21 schools in city locales and 25 in rural areas. Wausau West High is the largest campus with ,1446 students, while many rural schools remain much smaller. This allows families to choose between a bustling city high school or a quiet rural elementary.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.