Best Schools in Birchwood, Wisconsin
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Birchwood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Birchwood Middle
Middle · Birchwood School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Birchwood Elementary
Elementary · Birchwood School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Birchwood High
High · Birchwood School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Birchwood for 2026 are Birchwood Middle (7.9/10), Birchwood Elementary (6.1/10), and Birchwood High (4.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$259,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$259,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Birchwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Birchwood Middle | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Birchwood Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Birchwood High | 4.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $85,000
- Median home value
- $259,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Birchwood compares
Wisconsin rank
#222 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$85k
109% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Birchwood, Wisconsin
Birchwood, Wisconsin is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Birchwood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Birchwood is Birchwood Middle with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Birchwood is served by 1 school district: Birchwood School District. These districts collectively serve 226 students.
Birchwood's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,000. The poverty rate in the area is 12.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 87 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 24 students · Pre-K–6th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 11 students · Pre-K–12th | — |
Schools in Birchwood
Birchwood, Wisconsin · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,000
Median Home Value
$259,100
Median Rent
$613/mo
Population
2,105
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Community Profile
Birchwood has a median household income of $85,000. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $259,100, with a median rent of $613/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Birchwood, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
Birchwood has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Birchwood is 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Birchwood on MySchoolScout is Birchwood Middle with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Birchwood on MySchoolScout is Birchwood Elementary with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Birchwood on MySchoolScout is Birchwood Middle with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Birchwood on MySchoolScout is Birchwood High with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Birchwood, Wisconsin?
Birchwood is served by 1 school district: Birchwood School District.
What is the education level in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Birchwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Birchwood is approximately $85,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Birchwood is 8.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Birchwood, Wisconsin?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Wisconsin Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.