For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,181 students in 54452, WI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54452, WI are Bridges Virtual Academy and Prairie River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 54452 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Wisconsin public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 36% statewide average). Middle schools in 54452, WI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 54452, WI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
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 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 54452, WI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 54452, WI include Bridges Virtual Academy and Prairie River Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 54452?
2 public middle schools are located in 54452.
What is the racial composition of students in 54452?
54452 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public middle schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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