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Best Schools in Clinton, Wisconsin

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.4/10
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Choosing a school in Clinton?

Use this page to compare every school in Clinton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Clinton Elementary

7.4/10

Elementary · Clinton Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Clinton Junior High

6.6/10

Middle · Clinton Community School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Clinton Senior High

5.1/10

High · Clinton Community 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 Clinton for 2026 are Clinton Elementary (7.4/10), Clinton Junior High (6.6/10), and Clinton Senior High (5.1/10), 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

3

in this city

Avg Score

6.4

out of 10

Median Home

$229,100

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Clinton

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Clinton Elementary 7.4 / 10
2 Clinton Junior High 6.6 / 10
3 Clinton Senior High 5.1 / 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
6.4/10

33% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$72,991

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$229,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
20%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
26 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
77%

Of occupied housing units

How Clinton compares

Wisconsin rank

#188 of 324

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.0

below Wisconsin avg (6.4)

Median household income

$73k

93% of Wisconsin median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Clinton, Wisconsin

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

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Clinton 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 Clinton is Clinton Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Clinton is served by 1 school district: Clinton Community School District. These districts collectively serve 1,042 students.

Clinton's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,991. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 53525 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 547 students · Pre-K–6th 7.4

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 155 students · 7th–8th 6.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 322 students · 9th–12th 5.1

Schools in Clinton

Clinton, Wisconsin · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,991

Median Home Value

$229,100

Median Rent

$1,036/mo

Population

4,083

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Community Profile

Clinton has a median household income of $72,991. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $229,100, with a median rent of $1,036/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Clinton, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Clinton, Wisconsin?

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

What is the average school rating in Clinton, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Clinton is 6.4 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 Clinton, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Clinton on MySchoolScout is Clinton Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Clinton, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Clinton on MySchoolScout is Clinton Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Clinton, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked middle school in Clinton on MySchoolScout is Clinton Junior High with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in Clinton, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked high school in Clinton on MySchoolScout is Clinton Senior High with a composite score of 5.1/10.

How many school districts serve Clinton, Wisconsin?

Clinton is served by 1 school district: Clinton Community School District.

What is the education level in Clinton, Wisconsin?

According to Census data, 20% of adults in Clinton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Clinton, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Clinton is approximately $72,991 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Clinton is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Clinton, 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.