8.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Butternut, Wisconsin

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.3/10
Median household income: $73,875
Median home value: $158,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 21%
Avg commute: 23 min
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Butternut compares

Median household income

$74k

94% of Wisconsin median

About Schools in Butternut, Wisconsin

Butternut, Wisconsin is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Butternut perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Butternut is Butternut Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Butternut is served by 1 school district: Butternut School District. These districts collectively serve 188 students.

Butternut's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,875. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Butternut Elementary 92 students · Pre-K–5th	92	Pre-K–5th	8.5

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Butternut High 95 students · 6th–12th	95	6th–12th	8.1
2	Promethean Charter School 1 students · 9th–12th	1	9th–12th	—

Schools in Butternut

Butternut, Wisconsin · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$73,875

Median Home Value

$158,700

Median Rent

$633/mo

Population

1,810

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Community Profile

Butternut has a median household income of $73,875. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $158,700, with a median rent of $633/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Wisconsin
Total Schools: 3
Elementary: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Resources

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School District

Butternut School District

3 schools · 188 students

Nearby Cities

Park Falls (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Wisconsin

Top metros statewide by school count.

Milwaukee 254 schools Madison 85 schools Green Bay 80 schools Appleton 52 schools Kenosha 47 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Butternut, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Butternut, Wisconsin?

Butternut has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Butternut, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Butternut is 8.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Butternut, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Butternut on MySchoolScout is Butternut Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Butternut, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Butternut on MySchoolScout is Butternut Elementary with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best high school in Butternut, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked high school in Butternut on MySchoolScout is Butternut High with a composite score of 8.1/10.

How many school districts serve Butternut, Wisconsin?

Butternut is served by 1 school district: Butternut School District.

What is the education level in Butternut, Wisconsin?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Butternut have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Butternut, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Butternut is approximately $73,875 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Butternut, Wisconsin?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Butternut is 8.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Butternut, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.