Best Schools in Durand, Wisconsin
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Durand by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Caddie Woodlawn Elementary
Elementary · Durand-Arkansaw School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Durand Middle/high
High · Durand-Arkansaw School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
5
2 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$166,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
2 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$166,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Durand
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caddie Woodlawn Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Durand Middle/high | 6.4 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $73,405
- Median home value
- $166,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Durand compares
Wisconsin rank
#99 of 322
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$73k
94% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
3
Durand-Arkansaw School District runs Durand's public schools
2 public schools. Durand-Arkansaw School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Durand is a Durand-Arkansaw School District school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.4 to 8.3 — the spread is inside Durand, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Durand, Wisconsin
Durand, Wisconsin is home to 5 schools, including 2 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Durand show moderate performance 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 Durand is Caddie Woodlawn Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Durand is served by 1 school district: Durand-Arkansaw School District. These districts collectively serve 1,004 students.
Durand's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,405. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.
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 | 472 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.3 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Assumption Catholic SchoolPrivate 90 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duscham Amish SchoolPrivate 18 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 2 | West Peru Amish SchoolPrivate 27 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 532 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Durand
Durand, Wisconsin · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,405
Median Home Value
$166,900
Median Rent
$794/mo
Population
4,239
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Community Profile
Durand has a median household income of $73,405. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,900, with a median rent of $794/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Durand, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Durand, Wisconsin?
Durand has 5 schools, including 2 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Durand, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Durand is 6.9 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 Durand, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Durand on MySchoolScout is Caddie Woodlawn Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Durand, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Durand on MySchoolScout is Caddie Woodlawn Elementary with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in Durand, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Durand on MySchoolScout is Durand Middle/high with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Durand, Wisconsin?
Durand is served by 1 school district: Durand-Arkansaw School District.
What is the education level in Durand, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Durand have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Durand, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Durand is approximately $73,405 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Durand, Wisconsin?
Yes, Durand has 3 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Assumption Catholic School with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Durand, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Durand is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Durand, 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.