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6.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Eagle River, Wisconsin

5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.3/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Eagle River by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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

Northland Pines Elementary-eagle River

7.1/10

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

Northland Pines High

6.8/10

High · Northland Pines School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

School of Options and Applied Research High

6.7/10

High · Northland Pines 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 Eagle River for 2026 are Northland Pines Elementary-eagle River (7.1/10), Northland Pines High (6.8/10), and School of Options and Applied Research High (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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

4 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.3

out of 10

Median Home

$275,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Eagle River

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Northland Pines Elementary-eagle River 7.1 / 10
2 Northland Pines High 6.8 / 10
3 School of Options and Applied Research High 6.7 / 10
4 Northland Pines Middle 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
6.3/10

25% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$72,619

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$275,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
29%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
20 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
84%

Of occupied housing units

How Eagle River compares

Wisconsin rank

#206 of 324

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.1

below Wisconsin avg (6.4)

Median household income

$73k

93% of Wisconsin median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Eagle River, Wisconsin

Eagle River, Wisconsin is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Eagle River 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 Eagle River is Northland Pines Elementary-eagle River with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Eagle River is served by 1 school district: Northland Pines School District. These districts collectively serve 1,368 students.

Eagle River's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,619. The poverty rate in the area is 9.7%.

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: 54521 (5)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 497 students · Pre-K–6th 7.1
Private Schools 1 school

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

1 26 students · Kindergarten–8th

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 170 students · 7th–8th 4.5

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 372 students · 9th–12th 6.8
2 73 students · 8th–12th 6.7

Schools in Eagle River

Eagle River, Wisconsin · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,619

Median Home Value

$275,900

Median Rent

$913/mo

Population

8,555

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Community Profile

Eagle River has a median household income of $72,619. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $275,900, with a median rent of $913/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Eagle River, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

Eagle River has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Eagle River is 6.3 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 Eagle River, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Eagle River on MySchoolScout is Northland Pines Elementary-eagle River with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Eagle River on MySchoolScout is Northland Pines Elementary-eagle River with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked middle school in Eagle River on MySchoolScout is Northland Pines Middle with a composite score of 4.5/10.

What is the best high school in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked high school in Eagle River on MySchoolScout is Northland Pines High with a composite score of 6.8/10.

How many school districts serve Eagle River, Wisconsin?

Eagle River is served by 1 school district: Northland Pines School District.

What is the education level in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Eagle River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Eagle River is approximately $72,619 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

Yes, Eagle River has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Eagle River is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Eagle River, 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.