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Best Schools in Darlington, Wisconsin

3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.1/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Darlington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Darlington Elementary/middle

7.7/10

Elementary · Darlington Community School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Darlington High

6.4/10

High · Darlington Community School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Schools

3

2 public · 1 private

Avg Score

7.1

out of 10

Median Home

$175,000

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Darlington

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#SchoolRating
1Darlington Elementary/middle7.7 / 10
2Darlington High6.4 / 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
7.1/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$69,598

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$175,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
20%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
21 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
76%

Of occupied housing units

How Darlington compares

Median household income

$70k

89% of Wisconsin median

Darlington Community School District runs Darlington's public schools

2 public schools. Darlington Community School District is the only district on the page.

Every assigned public school in Darlington is a Darlington Community School District school (2 of 2).

Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.4 to 7.7 — the spread is inside Darlington, not a citywide average.

About Schools in Darlington, Wisconsin

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

With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Darlington perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Darlington is Darlington Elementary/middle with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Darlington is served by 1 school district: Darlington Community School District. These districts collectively serve 890 students.

Darlington's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $69,598. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.

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.

Filter by ZIP:53530(3)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
#SchoolRating
1633 students · Pre-K–8th7.7
Private Schools1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

128 students · Pre-K–4thNot Rated

High Schools

1 school
#SchoolRating
1257 students · 9th–12th6.4

Schools in Darlington

Darlington, Wisconsin · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$69,598

Median Home Value

$175,000

Median Rent

$877/mo

Population

4,581

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Community Profile

Darlington has a median household income of $69,598. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,000, with a median rent of $877/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

Elementary
2
High
1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Darlington, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Darlington, Wisconsin?

Darlington has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Darlington, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Darlington is 7.1 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 Darlington, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Darlington on MySchoolScout is Darlington Elementary/middle with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Darlington, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Darlington on MySchoolScout is Darlington Elementary/middle with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best high school in Darlington, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked high school in Darlington on MySchoolScout is Darlington High with a composite score of 6.4/10.

How many school districts serve Darlington, Wisconsin?

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

What is the education level in Darlington, Wisconsin?

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

What is the median income in Darlington, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Darlington is approximately $69,598 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Darlington, Wisconsin?

Yes, Darlington has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Darlington is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Darlington, 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.