6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Houlton, Wisconsin

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Estimated Scores: 50%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.2/10
Median household income: $130,738
Median home value: $480,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 56%
Owner-occupied homes: 89%

How Houlton compares

Median household income

$131k

167% of Wisconsin median

About Schools in Houlton, Wisconsin

Houlton, Wisconsin is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Houlton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Houlton is Houlton Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Houlton is served by 1 school district: Hudson School District. These districts collectively serve 5,251 students.

Houlton's community shows 56% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $130,738. The poverty rate in the area is 5.4%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Houlton Elementary 229 students · Kindergarten–5th	229	Kindergarten–5th	7.1

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Hudson 4K 327 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	327	Pre-K–Pre-K	5.2

Schools in Houlton

Houlton, Wisconsin · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$130,738

Median Home Value

$480,300

Population

2,026

College Educated

56%

Homeownership

89%

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Community Profile

Houlton has a median household income of $130,738. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $480,300. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Wisconsin
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Resources

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School District

Hudson School District

10 schools · 5,251 students

Nearby Cities

New Richmond (8 schools)

13 mi

River Falls (8 schools)

Saint Croix Falls (4 schools)

24 mi

Baldwin (3 schools)

21 mi

Ellsworth (4 schools)

27 mi

Amery (4 schools)

27 mi

Balsam Lake (3 schools)

33 mi

Other Major Cities in Wisconsin

Top metros statewide by school count.

Milwaukee 254 schools Madison 85 schools Green Bay 80 schools Appleton 52 schools Kenosha 47 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Houlton, Wisconsin

How many schools are in Houlton, Wisconsin?

Houlton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Houlton, Wisconsin?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Houlton is 6.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Houlton, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked school in Houlton on MySchoolScout is Houlton Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Houlton, Wisconsin?

The top-ranked elementary school in Houlton on MySchoolScout is Houlton Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Houlton, Wisconsin?

Houlton is served by 1 school district: Hudson School District.

What is the education level in Houlton, Wisconsin?

According to Census data, 56% of adults in Houlton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Houlton, Wisconsin?

The median household income in Houlton is approximately $130,738 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Houlton is 61.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Houlton, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.