Best Schools in Harshaw, Wisconsin
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Harshaw by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Northwoods Community Elementary
Elementary · Rhinelander School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.5
out of 10
Median Home
$263,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.5
out of 10
Median Home
$263,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Harshaw
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 1 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwoods Community Elementary | 9.5 / 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
- 9.5/10
- Median household income
- $73,068
- Median home value
- $263,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 95%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Harshaw compares
Median household income
$73k
94% of Wisconsin median
Rhinelander School District runs Harshaw's public schools
1 public school. Rhinelander School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Harshaw is a Rhinelander School District school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Harshaw, Wisconsin
Harshaw, Wisconsin is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.5 out of 10, schools in Harshaw 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 Harshaw is Northwoods Community Elementary with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Harshaw is served by 1 school district: Rhinelander School District. These districts collectively serve 2,298 students.
Harshaw's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,068. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.5 |
Schools in Harshaw
Harshaw, Wisconsin · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,068
Median Home Value
$263,700
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
1,199
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
95%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Harshaw has a median household income of $73,068. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $263,700, with a median rent of $950/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Harshaw, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Harshaw, Wisconsin?
Harshaw has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Harshaw, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harshaw is 9.5 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 Harshaw, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Harshaw on MySchoolScout is Northwoods Community Elementary with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Harshaw, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Harshaw on MySchoolScout is Northwoods Community Elementary with a composite score of 9.5/10.
How many school districts serve Harshaw, Wisconsin?
Harshaw is served by 1 school district: Rhinelander School District.
What is the education level in Harshaw, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Harshaw have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Harshaw, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Harshaw is approximately $73,068 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harshaw, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harshaw is 10.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harshaw, 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.