Best Schools in Port Edwards, Wisconsin
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Port Edwards by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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John Edwards Middle
Middle · Port Edwards School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Port Edwards Ed Heuer Elementary School
Elementary · Port Edwards School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John Edwards High
High · Port Edwards 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 Port Edwards for 2026 are John Edwards Middle (6.8/10), Port Edwards Ed Heuer Elementary School (6.4/10), and John Edwards High (4.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$143,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$143,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Port Edwards
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Edwards Middle | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Port Edwards Ed Heuer Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | John Edwards High | 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $74,688
- Median home value
- $143,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Port Edwards compares
Wisconsin rank
#264 of 324
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Wisconsin avg (6.4)
Median household income
$75k
96% of Wisconsin median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Port Edwards, Wisconsin
Port Edwards, Wisconsin is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Port Edwards 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 Port Edwards is John Edwards Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Port Edwards is served by 1 school district: Port Edwards School District. These districts collectively serve 444 students.
Port Edwards's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,688. The poverty rate in the area is 11.9%.
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 | 197 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 102 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 145 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
Schools in Port Edwards
Port Edwards, Wisconsin · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,688
Median Home Value
$143,900
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
1,830
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Community Profile
Port Edwards has a median household income of $74,688. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,900, with a median rent of $877/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.9%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Wisconsin
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Port Edwards, Wisconsin
How many schools are in Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
Port Edwards has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port Edwards is 5.9 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 Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked school in Port Edwards on MySchoolScout is John Edwards Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked elementary school in Port Edwards on MySchoolScout is Port Edwards Ed Heuer Elementary School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked middle school in Port Edwards on MySchoolScout is John Edwards Middle with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
The top-ranked high school in Port Edwards on MySchoolScout is John Edwards High with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
Port Edwards is served by 1 school district: Port Edwards School District.
What is the education level in Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Port Edwards have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Port Edwards is approximately $74,688 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Port Edwards, Wisconsin?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port Edwards is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port Edwards, 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.